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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,370 cc

Y217 FBAMOT history

Y217 FBA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2025 and it has passed 10 of 20 MOT tests, with 170,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2024.

Y217 FBA silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2025
Mileage
170,123 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2024
MOT tests
20
10 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y217 FBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y217 FBA was last recorded at 170,123 miles on 15 May 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,123 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,123 miles
  • 2023 – 169,890 miles
  • 2022 – 160,084 miles
  • 2021 – 150,242 miles
  • 2020 – 146,380 miles
  • 2019 – 138,634 miles
  • 2017 – 128,026 miles
  • 2016 – 120,343 miles
  • 2015 – 112,497 miles
  • 2014 – 108,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,123 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    170,123 miles
    Test number
    169327289229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail170,123 miles (+233)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,123 miles
    Test number
    192481272000
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass169,890 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    169,890 miles
    Test number
    642041970984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail169,890 miles (+9,806)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,890 miles
    Test number
    341029445192
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass160,084 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,084 miles
    Test number
    503846708281
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail160,081 miles (+9,839)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,081 miles
    Test number
    292360837419
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass150,242 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,242 miles
    Test number
    718811327930
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside rear door and drivers door deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column bearing.
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to chassis and vehicle components
  8. Fail150,242 miles (+3,862)2 dangerous9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,242 miles
    Test number
    697824317984
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside rear door and drivers door deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to chassis and vehicle components
  9. Pass146,380 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    146,380 miles
    Test number
    693333616026
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded but not excessive
  10. Fail146,380 miles (+7,746)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,380 miles
    Test number
    954639455619
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded but not excessive
  11. Pass138,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    138,634 miles
    Test number
    192654941269
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail138,634 miles (+10,608)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,634 miles
    Test number
    436234028451
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass128,026 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,026 miles
    Test number
    747497069988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch flanges (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water in light (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch flanges (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s h/brake cable slightly fouling on exhaust
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted
  14. Fail128,014 miles (+7,671)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,014 miles
    Test number
    421964472762
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch flanges (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water in light (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch flanges (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s h/brake cable slightly fouling on exhaust
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted
  15. Pass120,343 miles (+292)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    120,343 miles
    Test number
    624732308102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable rubbing wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp misting up
    • AdvisoryOffside slight fluid leak from steering rack
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Fail120,051 miles (+7,554)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,051 miles
    Test number
    190850169511
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePassenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle bootlid (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable rubbing wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp misting up
    • AdvisoryOffside slight fluid leak from steering rack
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  17. Pass112,497 miles (+213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    999445070685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable touching wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Fail112,284 miles (+4,118)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,284 miles
    Test number
    596107795243
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable touching wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  19. Pass108,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    108,166 miles
    Test number
    897435144393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,166 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,166 miles
    Test number
    187179834318
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteHeat shield is loose

Questions about Y217 FBA

Does Y217 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y217 FBA expired on 14 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y217 FBA?
The MOT on Y217 FBA expired on 14 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y217 FBA done?
Y217 FBA was recorded at 170,123 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2024, an average of 6,561 miles a year.
Has Y217 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y217 FBA has failed 10 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y217 FBA 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 Y217 FBA find?
Y217 FBA passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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