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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,500 cc

Y285 HWYMOT history

Y285 HWY is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 10 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 203,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

Y285 HWY blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
203,676 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 HWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 HWY was last recorded at 203,676 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,669 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,676 miles
  • 2024 – 197,880 miles
  • 2023 – 193,819 miles
  • 2022 – 189,421 miles
  • 2021 – 185,208 miles
  • 2020 – 181,071 miles
  • 2019 – 178,453 miles
  • 2018 – 174,913 miles
  • 2017 – 172,002 miles
  • 2016 – 168,542 miles
  • 2015 – 165,577 miles
  • 2014 – 162,595 miles
  • 2013 – 159,330 miles
  • 2012 – 154,106 miles
  • 2011 – 150,796 miles
  • 2010 – 146,294 miles
  • 2009 – 144,537 miles
  • 2008 – 142,428 miles
  • 2007 – 135,896 miles
  • 2006 – 114,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,676 miles
  • MinorNearside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryInner sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 slightly damaged

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,676 miles (+7)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    203,676 miles
    Test number
    248066499721
    • MinorNearside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  2. Fail203,669 miles (+5,789)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,669 miles
    Test number
    322598874839
    • MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  3. Pass197,880 miles (+4,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,880 miles
    Test number
    997644677928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill panel corroded

  4. Pass193,819 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    193,819 miles
    Test number
    143905748731
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail193,819 miles (+4,398)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,819 miles
    Test number
    838026480674
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass189,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    189,421 miles
    Test number
    607644036938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill corroded

  7. Fail189,421 miles (+4,213)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,421 miles
    Test number
    116557507614
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill corroded

  8. Pass185,208 miles (+4,137)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    185,208 miles
    Test number
    606066513366
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass181,071 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    181,071 miles
    Test number
    205519554732
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail181,068 miles (+2,615)10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,068 miles
    Test number
    979440790605
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above bump stop mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above bump stop mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass178,453 miles (+3,540)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    178,453 miles
    Test number
    780227502975
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass174,913 miles (+2,911)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    174,913 miles
    Test number
    817189124175
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass172,002 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    172,002 miles
    Test number
    272107044166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play Inner rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail172,002 miles (+3,460)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,002 miles
    Test number
    243477070521
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play Inner rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass168,542 miles (+2,965)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    168,542 miles
    Test number
    674801198754
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both bodysills

  16. Pass165,577 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    165,577 miles
    Test number
    757779825269
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion in both bodysills
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating
    • NoteNearside inner sill corroded

  17. Fail165,572 miles (+2,977)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,572 miles
    Test number
    226489925292
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion in both bodysills
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating
    • NoteNearside inner sill corroded

  18. Pass162,595 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    162,595 miles
    Test number
    169312764140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front inner wing corroded

  19. Fail162,592 miles (+3,262)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,592 miles
    Test number
    298352664124
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front inner wing corroded

  20. Pass159,330 miles (+5,224)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    159,330 miles
    Test number
    655690573123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion in both bodysills
    • NoteGeneral under vehicle corrosion

  21. Pass154,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    154,106 miles
    Test number
    306379252180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail154,103 miles (+3,307)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,103 miles
    Test number
    905249152133
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

  23. Fail150,796 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,796 miles
    Test number
    458647441113
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass150,796 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    150,796 miles
    Test number
    486587641106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass146,294 miles (+1,757)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    146,294 miles
    Test number
    272692830197
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f lower ball joint gator split

  26. Pass144,537 miles (+30)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    144,537 miles
    Test number
    391452359106
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts

  27. Fail144,507 miles (+2,079)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,507 miles
    Test number
    292030149107
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts

  28. Pass142,428 miles (+6,532)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    142,428 miles
    Test number
    764999918156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAdvise replacement of serpentine belt

  29. Pass135,896 miles (+21,684)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    135,896 miles
    Test number
    450324107163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass114,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    114,212 miles
    Test number
    781744186077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 HWY

Does Y285 HWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 HWY is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y285 HWY?
The MOT on Y285 HWY is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 HWY done?
Y285 HWY was recorded at 203,676 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,561 miles a year.
Has Y285 HWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 HWY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 HWY 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 Y285 HWY find?
Y285 HWY passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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