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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y243 OBFMOT history

Y243 OBF is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2025.

Y243 OBF white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
142,962 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 OBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 OBF was last recorded at 142,962 miles on 7 Jul 2025, 9,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,684 miles · 9 May 2023
Between the last two tests
9,278 miles
Average per year
4,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,962 miles
  • 2023 – 133,684 miles
  • 2022 – 130,308 miles
  • 2021 – 129,063 miles
  • 2019 – 129,010 miles
  • 2018 – 127,950 miles
  • 2017 – 125,803 miles
  • 2012 – 124,411 miles
  • 2011 – 114,068 miles
  • 2010 – 97,403 miles
  • 2009 – 89,421 miles
  • 2008 – 86,216 miles
  • 2007 – 74,231 miles
  • 2006 – 64,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,962 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted
  • AdvisoryUnderside has light corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AROUND BULKHEAD NEAR FUEL FILTER

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,962 miles (+9,278)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,962 miles
    Test number
    836313016603
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside has light corrosion

  2. Pass133,684 miles (+3,376)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    133,684 miles
    Test number
    489534302433
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened osf and nsf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has light corrotion

  3. Pass130,308 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,308 miles
    Test number
    376523245133
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AROUND BULKHEAD NEAR FUEL FILTER (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM COMPENSATOR VALVE TO FLEXI HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail130,308 miles (+1,245)2 major2 repaired3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,308 miles
    Test number
    423266176511
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AROUND BULKHEAD NEAR FUEL FILTER (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM COMPENSATOR VALVE TO FLEXI HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,063 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,063 miles
    Test number
    852283399995
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,010 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,010 miles
    Test number
    125876071722
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  7. Fail129,010 miles (+1,060)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,010 miles
    Test number
    458781005583
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  8. Pass127,950 miles (+2,147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,950 miles
    Test number
    897787950442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material torear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slightly corodded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass125,803 miles (+1,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,803 miles
    Test number
    366549904701
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass124,411 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    124,411 miles
    Test number
    809346812034
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail124,411 miles (+10,343)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,411 miles
    Test number
    369596412012
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass114,068 miles (+213)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    998541831125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis tops becoming corroded

  13. Fail113,855 miles (+16,452)5 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,855 miles
    Test number
    435456821169
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis tops becoming corroded

  14. Pass97,403 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    97,403 miles
    Test number
    662952430177
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail97,387 miles (+7,966)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,387 miles
    Test number
    213521730181
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass89,421 miles (+3,205)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,421 miles
    Test number
    143811739148
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  17. Pass86,216 miles (+11,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    86,216 miles
    Test number
    384505138100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,231 miles
    Test number
    691686607111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,231 miles (+10,162)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,231 miles
    Test number
    822390107145
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass64,069 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,069 miles
    Test number
    804388706150
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y243 OBF

Does Y243 OBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 OBF expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 OBF?
The MOT on Y243 OBF expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 OBF done?
Y243 OBF was recorded at 142,962 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2025, an average of 4,105 miles a year.
Has Y243 OBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 OBF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y243 OBF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y243 OBF find?
Y243 OBF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; plastic undertrays fitted, and 1 more.

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