
Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc
Y203 RVMMOT history
Y203 RVM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 285,996 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 28 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 285,996 mi
- At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 21 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,902 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y203 RVM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 20 Jun 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y203 RVM was last recorded at 285,996 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 19 Jun 2023: 264,556 miles, lower than 265,823 miles on 6 Jun 2022.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 285,996 miles · 26 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,902 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 285,996 miles
- 2025 – 278,815 miles
- 2024 – 271,979 miles
- 2023 – 264,556 miles
- 2022 – 265,823 miles
- 2021 – 248,687 miles
- 2020 – 243,461 miles
- 2019 – 239,538 miles
- 2018 – 227,587 miles
- 2017 – 214,089 miles
- 2016 – 206,082 miles
- 2015 – 200,780 miles
- 2014 – 191,472 miles
- 2013 – 181,262 miles
- 2012 – 172,336 miles
- 2011 – 169,826 miles
- 2010 – 167,062 miles
- 2009 – 162,747 miles
- 2008 – 157,301 miles
- 2007 – 152,010 miles
- 2006 – 148,179 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOil leak but not excessiveRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
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.
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory10 MOTs, 2017–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020
Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear
Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020
Oil leak
Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Full MOT history
33 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass285,996 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 285,996 miles
- Test number
- 138907984575
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Fail285,996 miles (+7,181)2 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 285,996 miles
- Test number
- 241314376913
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass278,815 miles (+29)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 278,815 miles
- Test number
- 455451457831
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Fail278,786 miles (+6,807)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 278,786 miles
- Test number
- 942953497541
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass271,979 miles (+7,423)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 271,979 miles
- Test number
- 397540960722
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass264,556 miles (-1,267)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 264,556 miles
- Test number
- 952523041771
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass265,823 miles (+17,136)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 265,823 miles
- Test number
- 109037000860
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass248,687 miles (+5,226)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 248,687 miles
- Test number
- 664000813987
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass243,461 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 243,461 miles
- Test number
- 418506369565
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail243,459 miles (+3,921)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,459 miles
- Test number
- 116725509266
- MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass239,538 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 239,538 miles
- Test number
- 535934102998
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body 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))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail239,538 miles (+11,951)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 239,538 miles
- Test number
- 885852727554
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s and n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body 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))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass227,587 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 227,587 miles
- Test number
- 793653417137
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront cross member behind bumper corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail227,587 miles (+13,498)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,587 miles
- Test number
- 218048702071
- MajorFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s and n/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront cross member behind bumper corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass214,089 miles (+2)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 214,089 miles
- Test number
- 596400166616
- AdvisoryNearside Front Cross member corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail214,087 miles (+8,005)4 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,087 miles
- Test number
- 150082358954
- FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened All of them (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
- FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Cross member corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass206,082 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 206,082 miles
- Test number
- 838312167911
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail206,081 miles (+5,301)3 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,081 miles
- Test number
- 806261207987
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass200,780 miles (+9,308)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 200,780 miles
- Test number
- 889207095141
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- NoteOil leak
Pass191,472 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 191,472 miles
- Test number
- 517992184125
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteOil leak
Fail191,472 miles (+10,210)1 failure5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 191,472 miles
- Test number
- 176862284154
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteOil leak
Pass181,262 miles (+56)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 181,262 miles
- Test number
- 237833703204
- NoteMetal brake pipes going to o/s front hose & on front calipers are corroding.
- NoteO/s rear tyre is wearing unevenly.
Fail181,206 miles (+8,870)1 dangerous4 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,206 miles
- Test number
- 289708193470
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- NoteMetal brake pipes going to o/s front hose & on front calipers are corroding.
- NoteO/s handbrake is not as good as n/s.
- NoteO/s rear tyre is wearing unevenly.
Pass172,336 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 172,336 miles
- Test number
- 337731282174
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,336 miles (+2,510)1 dangerous2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,336 miles
- Test number
- 686920182156
- DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass169,826 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 169,826 miles
- Test number
- 787502281161
- NoteN/s lower ball joint gaiter is split.
Fail169,826 miles (+2,764)2 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,826 miles
- Test number
- 607352881118
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- NoteN/s lower ball joint gaiter is split.
Pass167,062 miles (+4,315)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 167,062 miles
- Test number
- 203380490476
- NoteN/s front tyre is close to the limit.
- NoteO/s rear foot and handbrake are not as good as n/s.
- NoteSome metal brake pipes are starting to corrode.
Pass162,747 miles (+5,446)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 162,747 miles
- Test number
- 942034689115
- NoteGaiter on n/s front lower ball joint is split.
- NoteO/s rear footbrake is not quite as good as n/s.
- NoteSlight play in ends of steering rack.
- NoteSome metal brake pipes starting to corrode.
Pass157,301 miles (+106)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 157,301 miles
- Test number
- 344689478148
- NoteFront exhaust corroding, starting to leak, & will need replacing shortly.
- NoteGaiter on n/s lower ball joint is split.
- NoteSome metal brake pipes starting to corrode.
- NoteSome play in ends of steering rack.
Fail157,195 miles (+5,185)1 failure4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,195 miles
- Test number
- 801217378166
- FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- NoteFront exhaust corroding, starting to leak, & will need replacing shortly.
- NoteGaiter on n/s lower ball joint is split.
- NoteSome metal brake pipes starting to corrode.
- NoteSome play in ends of steering rack.
Pass152,010 miles (+3,831)5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 152,010 miles
- Test number
- 343727787105
- NoteCovers preventing access to some components.
- NoteExhaust system corroding, heavily in places.
- NoteHandbrake cables starting to corrode.
- NoteO/s rear tyre wearing unevenly.
- NoteSome oil on engine.
Pass148,179 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 148,179 miles
- Test number
- 241742696144
- NoteN/s rear tyre wearing unevenly.
- NoteOil on underside.
- NoteSome play in steering rack.
- NoteUndertrays preventing a full inspection of some components.
Questions about Y203 RVM
- Does Y203 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y203 RVM is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y203 RVM?
- The MOT on Y203 RVM is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y203 RVM done?
- Y203 RVM was recorded at 285,996 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 6,902 miles a year.
- Has Y203 RVM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y203 RVM has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y203 RVM ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y203 RVM find?
- Y203 RVM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.
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