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Ford Ranger

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,499 cc

Y279 MBHMOT history

Y279 MBH is a blue diesel Ford Ranger first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 183,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

Y279 MBH blue Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
183,979 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 MBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 MBH was last recorded at 183,979 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jun 2011: 46,819 miles, lower than 88,198 miles on 14 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
183,293 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
686 miles
Average per year
6,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,979 miles
  • 2025 – 183,293 miles
  • 2024 – 182,069 miles
  • 2023 – 181,050 miles
  • 2022 – 179,759 miles
  • 2021 – 171,013 miles
  • 2020 – 163,286 miles
  • 2019 – 155,649 miles
  • 2018 – 146,629 miles
  • 2017 – 137,296 miles
  • 2016 – 129,698 miles
  • 2015 – 122,150 miles
  • 2014 – 117,189 miles
  • 2013 – 111,653 miles
  • 2012 – 105,209 miles
  • 2011 – 46,819 miles
  • 2010 – 88,198 miles
  • 2009 – 79,036 miles
  • 2008 – 72,827 miles
  • 2007 – 67,585 miles
  • 2006 – 52,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,979 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,979 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    183,979 miles
    Test number
    450534730375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass183,293 miles (+1,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    183,293 miles
    Test number
    170546825471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,069 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    182,069 miles
    Test number
    282319964293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail182,052 miles (+1,002)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,052 miles
    Test number
    717434478250
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass181,050 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    181,050 miles
    Test number
    705998090951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass179,759 miles (+8,746)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    179,759 miles
    Test number
    683951302513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass171,013 miles (+7,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,013 miles
    Test number
    503619718103
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass163,286 miles (+7,637)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    163,286 miles
    Test number
    699937777370
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass155,649 miles (+9,020)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    155,649 miles
    Test number
    301427340990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,629 miles (+9,333)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    146,629 miles
    Test number
    926967550094
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front end of pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass137,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,296 miles
    Test number
    248187108438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail137,296 miles (+7,598)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,296 miles
    Test number
    341948035144
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear,rear brake pipe to limiter (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush broken part (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear,rear part of brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded limiter to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass129,698 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,698 miles
    Test number
    489660086500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,150 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    122,150 miles
    Test number
    266753075153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,189 miles (+5,536)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,189 miles
    Test number
    987575564170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,653 miles (+6,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    111,653 miles
    Test number
    646892873199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass105,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,209 miles
    Test number
    256362682172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail105,209 miles (+58,390)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,209 miles
    Test number
    248401682182
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass46,819 miles (-41,379)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,819 miles
    Test number
    146871161119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,198 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,198 miles
    Test number
    540385960163
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteLimited clearance on nearside front bump stop
    • NoteLimited clearance on offside front bump stop

  21. Pass88,198 miles (+9,162)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,198 miles
    Test number
    700455160196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteLimited clearance on nearside front bump stop
    • NoteLimited clearance on offside front bump stop

  22. Pass79,036 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    79,036 miles
    Test number
    534939859151
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside & nearside headlamp aims on low limit

  23. Fail79,036 miles (+6,209)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,036 miles
    Test number
    143269259124
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside & nearside headlamp aims on low limit

  24. Pass72,827 miles (+5,242)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    632917058148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,585 miles (+15,283)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    244801487129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,302 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,302 miles
    Test number
    121972386179
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount corroded

Questions about Y279 MBH

Does Y279 MBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 MBH is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 MBH?
The MOT on Y279 MBH is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 MBH done?
Y279 MBH was recorded at 183,979 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,546 miles a year.
Has Y279 MBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 MBH has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y279 MBH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y279 MBH find?
Y279 MBH passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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