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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,400 cc

Y879 HKEMOT history

Y879 HKE is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 174,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

Y879 HKE red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2023
Mileage
174,687 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 HKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y879 HKE was last recorded at 174,687 miles on 20 May 2024, 4,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jan 2009: 96,079 miles, lower than 180,386 miles on 17 Jun 2008.

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
169,729 miles · 14 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,958 miles
Average per year
2,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 174,687 miles
  • 2022 – 169,729 miles
  • 2021 – 167,024 miles
  • 2020 – 155,538 miles
  • 2019 – 152,405 miles
  • 2018 – 138,701 miles
  • 2016 – 137,289 miles
  • 2015 – 131,515 miles
  • 2014 – 128,673 miles
  • 2013 – 124,220 miles
  • 2012 – 118,221 miles
  • 2011 – 112,274 miles
  • 2010 – 104,009 miles
  • 2009 – 96,079 miles
  • 2008 – 180,386 miles
  • 2007 – 160,939 miles
  • 2006 – 135,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail174,687 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill hole and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill hole and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill and drivers step hole and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight misting of oil around engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail174,687 miles (+4,958)1 dangerous18 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,687 miles
    Test number
    888847539042
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill hole and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill hole and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill and drivers step hole and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight misting of oil around engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass169,729 miles (+2,705)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,729 miles
    Test number
    941829948091
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rail, under sills, cross members and inner fitches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass167,024 miles (+42)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    167,024 miles
    Test number
    480440548755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail166,982 miles (+11,444)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,982 miles
    Test number
    164147070233
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass155,538 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    155,538 miles
    Test number
    997535987062
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded but within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside lower arm rear bushed slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  6. Fail155,535 miles (+3,130)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,535 miles
    Test number
    523467467279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected crossmember (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush and nearside front rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  7. Pass152,405 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    152,405 miles
    Test number
    127382659324
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  8. Fail152,405 miles (+13,704)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,405 miles
    Test number
    756177658460
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  9. Pass138,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,701 miles
    Test number
    742136114401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail138,701 miles (+1,412)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,701 miles
    Test number
    453145375470
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass137,289 miles (+5,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,289 miles
    Test number
    149864985594
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear prop centerbearing
  12. Pass131,515 miles (+2,842)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    131,515 miles
    Test number
    155344115041
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Pass128,673 miles (+4,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    915301814019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass124,220 miles (+5,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    124,220 miles
    Test number
    369895703011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass118,221 miles (+5,947)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    118,221 miles
    Test number
    246379202083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear centre bearing rubber mtg perished
    • NoteRear flexy insecure
  16. Pass112,274 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    112,274 miles
    Test number
    509392511074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,268 miles (+8,259)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,268 miles
    Test number
    419771111028
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass104,009 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    104,009 miles
    Test number
    481521510061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,996 miles (+7,917)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,996 miles
    Test number
    882108400047
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  20. Pass96,079 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    96,079 miles
    Test number
    730107309060
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail96,079 miles (-84,307)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,079 miles
    Test number
    943707809012
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
  22. Pass180,386 miles (+19,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    180,386 miles
    Test number
    874109168178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass160,939 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    160,939 miles
    Test number
    262243287419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail160,934 miles (+25,518)3 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,934 miles
    Test number
    314410987139
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Pass135,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    135,416 miles
    Test number
    362922686114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 HKE

Does Y879 HKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y879 HKE expired on 13 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y879 HKE?
The MOT on Y879 HKE expired on 13 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y879 HKE done?
Y879 HKE was recorded at 174,687 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 2,196 miles a year.
Has Y879 HKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 HKE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y879 HKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y879 HKE find?
Y879 HKE failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 18 major defects, 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear inner tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; front prop shaft bearing excessively worn, and 21 more.

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