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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y278 GAFMOT history

Y278 GAF is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 205,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

Y278 GAF white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
205,658 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 GAF
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
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 GAF was last recorded at 205,658 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,463 miles · 29 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
195 miles
Average per year
3,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 205,658 miles
  • 2021 – 194,735 miles
  • 2020 – 187,834 miles
  • 2019 – 169,779 miles
  • 2017 – 169,421 miles
  • 2016 – 167,286 miles
  • 2015 – 164,966 miles
  • 2014 – 163,852 miles
  • 2013 – 162,185 miles
  • 2012 – 159,647 miles
  • 2011 – 157,934 miles
  • 2009 – 155,630 miles
  • 2008 – 154,088 miles
  • 2007 – 152,840 miles
  • 2006 – 148,404 miles
  • 2005 – 139,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,658 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder body and brake pipes coated in sealant
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,658 miles (+195)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    205,658 miles
    Test number
    851469319554
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and brake pipes coated in sealant
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail205,463 miles (+10,728)2 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,463 miles
    Test number
    859844680329
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis legs both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Complete sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Complete sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass194,735 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    194,735 miles
    Test number
    638771870386
    • AdvisoryCorrosion spots on wheel arches
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrossion
  4. Fail194,730 miles (+6,896)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,730 miles
    Test number
    755140262912
    • MajorFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Both sides inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both sides inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By the probshaft front mount on shaccis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrossion
  5. Pass187,834 miles (+339)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    187,834 miles
    Test number
    734963129219
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Front hand brake cable Gide corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre nail in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner only 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer wing corroded and tap on wing
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front inner wing wheel arch reaped and corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front mud flaps loose
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front outer sills reaped and welded
    • AdvisoryTow main brake pipes behind fuel tank cannot check for corrosion
  6. Fail187,495 miles (+17,716)14 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,495 miles
    Test number
    907773939545
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged main pipes clip broken (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure caching inner wheel tyre (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure caching inner wheel tyre (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Front hand brake cable Gide corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre nail in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner only 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer wing corroded and tap on wing
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front inner wing wheel arch reaped and corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front mud flaps loose
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/s front outer sills reaped and welded
    • AdvisoryTow main brake pipes behind fuel tank cannot check for corrosion
  7. Pass169,779 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,779 miles
    Test number
    795927835454
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis behind cab next to fuel tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing suspension top heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing chassis next to bumper next to sub frame welded and heavy under seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer wing has tap on outer edge of wing cover ring small hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/sinner and outer sills welded and reaped
  8. Fail169,779 miles (+358)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,779 miles
    Test number
    901252805408
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing outer chassis next to sub frame and front bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis behind cab next to fuel tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing suspension top heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer wing has tap on outer edge of wing cover ring small hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/o/sinner and outer sills welded and reaped
  9. Pass169,421 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    169,421 miles
    Test number
    338620865915
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis corroding
    • AdvisoryRear bumpstops missing
  10. Fail169,414 miles (+2,128)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    773241852557
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rear wheels fouling handbrake cables (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings centre crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis corroding
    • AdvisoryRear bumpstops missing
  11. Pass167,286 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    167,286 miles
    Test number
    648824690137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
  12. Fail167,279 miles (+2,313)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,279 miles
    Test number
    839583894191
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
  13. Pass164,966 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    164,966 miles
    Test number
    208776195120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear bumpstop missing
  14. Fail164,961 miles (+1,109)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,961 miles
    Test number
    669296995182
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear bumpstop missing
  15. Pass163,852 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    163,852 miles
    Test number
    735163704253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower,inner door step sills corroded
    • NoteN/s/f chassis leg corroded in n/s/f wheel arch
    • NoteO/s/f wing corroded
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteSlight oil leak fron n/s/r halfshaft seal
  16. Fail163,852 miles (+1,667)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,852 miles
    Test number
    157682804269
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower,inner door step sills corroded
    • NoteN/s/f chassis leg corroded in n/s/f wheel arch
    • NoteO/s/f wing corroded
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteSlight oil leak fron n/s/r halfshaft seal
  17. Pass162,185 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    162,185 miles
    Test number
    466234513194
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f lower inner sill - non-structural panels corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
    • NoteSlight wear rear anti-roll bar saddle bushes
  18. Fail162,183 miles (+2,536)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,183 miles
    Test number
    979794013148
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f lower inner sill - non-structural panels corroded
    • NoteO/s/r inner tyre partially deflated/uneven wear
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
    • NoteSlight wear rear anti-roll bar saddle bushes
  19. Pass159,647 miles (+1,713)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    159,647 miles
    Test number
    796805392061
    • NoteO/s/r outer tyre tread on limit
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
    • NoteSlight wear read anti-roll bar saddle bushes
  20. Pass157,934 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    157,934 miles
    Test number
    169654291434
    • NoteO/s/r outer tyre tread getting low
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar saddle bushes worn
  21. Fail157,934 miles (+2,304)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,934 miles
    Test number
    129834391055
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s/r outer tyre tread getting low
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar saddle bushes worn
  22. Pass155,630 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    434641489230
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
  23. Fail155,630 miles (+1,542)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    623021889230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
  24. Pass154,088 miles (+1,248)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    154,088 miles
    Test number
    574627988204
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight travel handbrake
  25. Pass152,840 miles (+4,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    152,840 miles
    Test number
    363327277231
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  26. Pass148,404 miles (+9,053)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    148,404 miles
    Test number
    542902276238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Pass139,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    139,351 miles
    Test number
    743212565247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 GAF

Does Y278 GAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 GAF expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 GAF?
The MOT on Y278 GAF expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 GAF done?
Y278 GAF was recorded at 205,658 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 3,891 miles a year.
Has Y278 GAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 GAF has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y278 GAF 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 Y278 GAF find?
Y278 GAF passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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