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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y216 AABMOT history

Y216 AAB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 248,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

Y216 AAB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
248,882 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
8,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y216 AAB
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
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y216 AAB was last recorded at 248,882 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 9,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,505 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,377 miles
Average per year
8,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 248,882 miles
  • 2025 – 239,505 miles
  • 2024 – 235,616 miles
  • 2023 – 230,523 miles
  • 2022 – 221,884 miles
  • 2021 – 209,968 miles
  • 2020 – 199,312 miles
  • 2019 – 187,262 miles
  • 2018 – 176,007 miles
  • 2017 – 163,576 miles
  • 2016 – 153,148 miles
  • 2015 – 144,718 miles
  • 2014 – 133,618 miles
  • 2013 – 123,957 miles
  • 2012 – 113,706 miles
  • 2011 – 105,417 miles
  • 2010 – 95,390 miles
  • 2009 – 89,171 miles
  • 2008 – 83,225 miles
  • 2007 – 76,279 miles
  • 2006 – 71,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail248,882 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pad warning light on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail248,882 miles (+9,377)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,882 miles
    Test number
    633908473014
    • 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 Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass239,505 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    239,505 miles
    Test number
    953515631660
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  3. Fail239,498 miles (+3,882)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,498 miles
    Test number
    618729401466
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  4. Pass235,616 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    235,616 miles
    Test number
    421553164713
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  5. Fail235,606 miles (+5,083)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,606 miles
    Test number
    763874211728
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts pad wires fouling wheel (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake linkage excessively corroded handbrake cable (1.1.15 (b))
    • 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 not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  6. Pass230,523 miles (+88)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    230,523 miles
    Test number
    752167988492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake cables corroded slightly

  7. Fail230,435 miles (+8,551)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,435 miles
    Test number
    972475818700
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth also perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake cables corroded slightly

  8. Pass221,884 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    221,884 miles
    Test number
    507022985569
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail221,883 miles (+11,915)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,883 miles
    Test number
    559584286712
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside effort low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass209,968 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    209,968 miles
    Test number
    790326104567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail209,968 miles (+10,656)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,968 miles
    Test number
    131073549674
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass199,312 miles (+12,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    199,312 miles
    Test number
    568889099602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass187,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    187,262 miles
    Test number
    928404789681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail187,262 miles (+11,255)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,262 miles
    Test number
    966267074704
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass176,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    176,007 miles
    Test number
    619448729628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail176,007 miles (+12,431)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,007 miles
    Test number
    927440343556
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass163,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    163,576 miles
    Test number
    593924897510
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail163,576 miles (+10,428)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,576 miles
    Test number
    959145457898
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass153,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    153,148 miles
    Test number
    113647694454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail153,148 miles (+8,430)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,148 miles
    Test number
    194823915079
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  21. Pass144,718 miles (+11,100)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    144,718 miles
    Test number
    256664315477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass133,618 miles (+9,661)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    257796214481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass123,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    123,957 miles
    Test number
    807540123103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail123,957 miles (+10,251)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,957 miles
    Test number
    747970623126
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass113,706 miles (+8,289)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,706 miles
    Test number
    937379612133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass105,417 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    105,417 miles
    Test number
    539118711101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail105,417 miles (+10,027)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,417 miles
    Test number
    717468411102
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail95,390 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,390 miles
    Test number
    164741420102
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

  29. Pass95,390 miles (+6,219)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,390 miles
    Test number
    221711720478
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

  30. Pass89,171 miles (+25)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    144687099060
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  31. Fail89,146 miles (+5,921)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,146 miles
    Test number
    171184799452
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  32. Pass83,225 miles (+6,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,225 miles
    Test number
    304316398072
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  33. Pass76,279 miles (+5,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,279 miles
    Test number
    220484937429
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  34. Pass71,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,235 miles
    Test number
    983291636177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail71,235 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,235 miles
    Test number
    540011236136
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about Y216 AAB

Does Y216 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y216 AAB expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y216 AAB?
The MOT on Y216 AAB expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y216 AAB done?
Y216 AAB was recorded at 248,882 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,691 miles a year.
Has Y216 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y216 AAB has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y216 AAB 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 Y216 AAB find?
Y216 AAB failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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