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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y211 DRUMOT history

Y211 DRU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 256,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

Y211 DRU white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
256,530 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y211 DRU was last recorded at 256,530 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
256,525 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 256,530 miles
  • 2024 – 255,658 miles
  • 2023 – 254,442 miles
  • 2022 – 253,252 miles
  • 2021 – 252,511 miles
  • 2020 – 239,137 miles
  • 2019 – 236,755 miles
  • 2018 – 229,650 miles
  • 2017 – 221,122 miles
  • 2016 – 213,405 miles
  • 2015 – 208,758 miles
  • 2014 – 204,783 miles
  • 2013 – 197,914 miles
  • 2012 – 183,002 miles
  • 2011 – 175,311 miles
  • 2010 – 159,997 miles
  • 2009 – 152,492 miles
  • 2008 – 147,082 miles
  • 2007 – 137,934 miles
  • 2006 – 109,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,530 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lenses defective
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicleRecorded 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front hand brake cable frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,530 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    256,530 miles
    Test number
    455901389039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lenses defective
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle

  2. Fail256,525 miles (+867)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,525 miles
    Test number
    294944966380
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle

  3. Pass255,658 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    255,658 miles
    Test number
    720005238940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail255,639 miles (+1,197)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,639 miles
    Test number
    221951820886
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass254,442 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    254,442 miles
    Test number
    158753457328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail254,418 miles (+1,166)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,418 miles
    Test number
    897870713682
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened inner and outer sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass253,252 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    253,252 miles
    Test number
    142097837470
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hand brake cable frayed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail253,247 miles (+736)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,247 miles
    Test number
    114266336549
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hand brake cable frayed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass252,511 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    252,511 miles
    Test number
    633365000824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail252,509 miles (+13,372)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,509 miles
    Test number
    469083228279
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass239,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    239,137 miles
    Test number
    921412336401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn unevenly on inner tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySmall section of corrosion to nearside inner sill by rear suspension arm mounting perscribed area but not deemed structurally weakened

  12. Fail239,135 miles (+2,380)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,135 miles
    Test number
    394544642142
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure Auxiallary pipe with in line filter attached not secured under bonnet or along underside of vehicle (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed Exposing core at attachment to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexible brake hose badly deteriorated but not exposing inner core
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn unevenly on inner tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySmall section of corrosion to nearside inner sill by rear suspension arm mounting perscribed area but not deemed structurally weakened

  13. Pass236,755 miles (+7,105)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    236,755 miles
    Test number
    323557004490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass229,650 miles (+8,528)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    229,650 miles
    Test number
    543306724301
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass221,122 miles (+7,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    221,122 miles
    Test number
    600451888891
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass213,405 miles (+4,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    213,405 miles
    Test number
    147220012335
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass208,758 miles (+3,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    208,758 miles
    Test number
    172622576815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass204,783 miles (+6,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    204,783 miles
    Test number
    125968804382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass197,914 miles (+14,912)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    197,914 miles
    Test number
    287633623369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass183,002 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    183,002 miles
    Test number
    399321422360
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail183,002 miles (+7,691)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,002 miles
    Test number
    738521722306
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass175,311 miles (+6,375)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    175,311 miles
    Test number
    886767921369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail168,936 miles2 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,936 miles
    Test number
    468054411063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteBoth sides front wiper blade rubbers are splitting
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake discs are corroding
    • NoteNearside headlamp is slightly loose in its fixings
    • NoteRear exhaust section is not located in its hanger mounts properly

  24. Pass168,936 miles (+8,939)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    168,936 miles
    Test number
    626854011016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteBoth sides front wiper blade rubbers are splitting
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake discs are corroding
    • NoteNearside headlamp is slightly loose in its fixings
    • NoteRear exhaust section is not located in its hanger mounts properly

  25. Pass159,997 miles (+7,505)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    159,997 miles
    Test number
    373903510067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside headlamp lower adjuster slighty loose

  26. Pass152,492 miles (+5,410)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    132083709414
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on ( n/s/f wire broken)
    • NoteSlight play in inner steering joints/ track rods

  27. Pass147,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    147,082 miles
    Test number
    131768918417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail147,082 miles (+9,148)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,082 miles
    Test number
    523968718087
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass137,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    137,934 miles
    Test number
    782302067100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail137,934 miles (+7,880)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,934 miles
    Test number
    873552967152
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass130,054 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    130,054 miles
    Test number
    121456107405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Fail130,054 miles (+20,784)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,054 miles
    Test number
    321766607055
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass109,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    862050116036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail109,270 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    782585706033
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y211 DRU

Does Y211 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y211 DRU expired on 26 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y211 DRU?
The MOT on Y211 DRU expired on 26 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y211 DRU done?
Y211 DRU was recorded at 256,530 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 7,434 miles a year.
Has Y211 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 DRU has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y211 DRU 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 Y211 DRU find?
Y211 DRU passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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