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Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y279 TLBMOT history

Y279 TLB is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2022.

Y279 TLB red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2023
Mileage
119,595 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 TLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 TLB was last recorded at 119,595 miles on 12 Oct 2022, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,294 miles · 20 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
3,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,595 miles
  • 2021 – 119,294 miles
  • 2020 – 118,942 miles
  • 2019 – 118,041 miles
  • 2018 – 117,051 miles
  • 2017 – 115,928 miles
  • 2016 – 113,675 miles
  • 2015 – 110,474 miles
  • 2014 – 108,053 miles
  • 2013 – 105,120 miles
  • 2012 – 101,890 miles
  • 2011 – 98,567 miles
  • 2010 – 94,084 miles
  • 2009 – 86,703 miles
  • 2008 – 76,594 miles
  • 2007 – 67,667 miles
  • 2006 – 58,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,595 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,595 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    736538960593
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,595 miles (+301)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    292857598490
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps BOTH (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,294 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    614256505794
    • AdvisoryRear wheel cylinders are not working that well

  4. Pass118,942 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,942 miles
    Test number
    958345180452
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail118,942 miles (+901)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,942 miles
    Test number
    550622380038
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,041 miles (+990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,041 miles
    Test number
    834199926742
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror glass cracke but not effecting rear view

  7. Pass117,051 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,051 miles
    Test number
    945320770629
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail117,051 miles (+1,123)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,051 miles
    Test number
    927823073575
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass115,928 miles (+2,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,928 miles
    Test number
    653724756870
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass113,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    653895109299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Fail113,675 miles (+3,201)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    260960480805
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass110,474 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,474 miles
    Test number
    629551463027
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail110,474 miles (+2,421)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,474 miles
    Test number
    156916641698
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass108,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    426653704401
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail108,053 miles (+2,933)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    577023504315
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass105,120 miles (+3,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,120 miles
    Test number
    477494083219
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass101,890 miles (+3,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    101,890 miles
    Test number
    408084382218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass98,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    246840791243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,567 miles (+4,483)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    335920791292
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass94,084 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,084 miles
    Test number
    644024820181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,076 miles (+7,373)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    750061220100
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass86,703 miles (+10,109)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,703 miles
    Test number
    493197949113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,594 miles (+8,927)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    150278308156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,667 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,667 miles
    Test number
    732956337179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,155 miles (+8,569)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,155 miles
    Test number
    471668817156
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass58,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    58,586 miles
    Test number
    531629216128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 TLB

Does Y279 TLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 TLB expired on 29 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 TLB?
The MOT on Y279 TLB expired on 29 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 TLB done?
Y279 TLB was recorded at 119,595 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2022, an average of 3,708 miles a year.
Has Y279 TLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 TLB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y279 TLB 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 Y279 TLB find?
Y279 TLB passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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