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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y208 CLJMOT history

Y208 CLJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 221,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

Y208 CLJ red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
221,342 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 CLJ
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
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 CLJ was last recorded at 221,342 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,321 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,342 miles
  • 2025 – 217,587 miles
  • 2024 – 213,377 miles
  • 2023 – 207,447 miles
  • 2022 – 205,423 miles
  • 2021 – 197,243 miles
  • 2020 – 188,971 miles
  • 2019 – 175,113 miles
  • 2018 – 165,261 miles
  • 2017 – 159,295 miles
  • 2016 – 154,164 miles
  • 2015 – 148,236 miles
  • 2013 – 146,225 miles
  • 2012 – 139,712 miles
  • 2011 – 133,298 miles
  • 2010 – 126,206 miles
  • 2009 – 116,981 miles
  • 2008 – 107,733 miles
  • 2007 – 99,820 miles
  • 2006 – 85,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,342 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Exhaust modified and louder than standard though not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicle has modified suspension system replaceing standard shocks and springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,342 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    221,342 miles
    Test number
    868709733966
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail221,321 miles (+3,734)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,321 miles
    Test number
    865686108657
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass217,587 miles (+4,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    217,587 miles
    Test number
    881432470223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,377 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    213,377 miles
    Test number
    488278282997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass207,447 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    207,447 miles
    Test number
    475895800662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass205,423 miles (+8,180)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    205,423 miles
    Test number
    774479774770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass197,243 miles (+8,272)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    197,243 miles
    Test number
    174641763506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass188,971 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    188,971 miles
    Test number
    868172576574
    • AdvisoryExhaust modified and louder than standard though not excessive
    • AdvisoryVehicle has modified suspension system replaceing standard shocks and springs

  9. Fail188,937 miles (+13,824)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,937 miles
    Test number
    780135686123
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Suspension unit leaking both sides (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust modified and louder than standard though not excessive
    • AdvisoryVehicle has modified suspension system replaceing standard shocks and springs

  10. Pass175,113 miles (+9,852)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    175,113 miles
    Test number
    360035235076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass165,261 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    165,261 miles
    Test number
    592826048488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass159,295 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    159,295 miles
    Test number
    620584022621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass154,164 miles (+5,928)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    154,164 miles
    Test number
    932699416935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in n/s/f steering arm inner joint.

  14. Pass148,236 miles (+2,011)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    148,236 miles
    Test number
    697824755072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteWindows tinted

  15. Pass146,225 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    146,225 miles
    Test number
    147805403244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  16. Fail146,212 miles (+6,500)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,212 miles
    Test number
    629665803247
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  17. Pass139,712 miles (+116)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    139,712 miles
    Test number
    236126002246
    • NoteO/s/r light cluster damaged
    • NoteSlight play in the steering rack

  18. Fail139,596 miles (+6,298)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,596 miles
    Test number
    668101102241
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r light cluster damaged
    • NoteSlight play in the steering rack

  19. Fail133,298 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,298 miles
    Test number
    528446091100
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in the steering rack

  20. Pass133,298 miles (+7,092)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,298 miles
    Test number
    998236491155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in the steering rack

  21. Pass126,206 miles (+9,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    126,206 miles
    Test number
    503548590115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail116,981 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,981 miles
    Test number
    363087999109
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass116,981 miles (+9,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    116,981 miles
    Test number
    881807799151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass107,733 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,733 miles
    Test number
    462119098170
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteRear wipers split, front wipers deteriorating

  25. Fail107,733 miles (+7,913)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,733 miles
    Test number
    804289898150
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteRear wipers split, front wipers deteriorating

  26. Pass99,820 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    812400927225
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat locked in 1 position, secure

  27. Fail99,820 miles (+14,323)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    970550427209
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat locked in 1 position, secure

  28. Pass85,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    590028506269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about Y208 CLJ

Does Y208 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y208 CLJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y208 CLJ?
The MOT on Y208 CLJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y208 CLJ done?
Y208 CLJ was recorded at 221,342 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 6,945 miles a year.
Has Y208 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 CLJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y208 CLJ 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 Y208 CLJ find?
Y208 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 1 more.

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