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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y217 PDBMOT history

Y217 PDB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

Y217 PDB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
103,972 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y217 PDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y217 PDB was last recorded at 103,972 miles on 13 May 2026, 7,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,303 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,669 miles
Average per year
3,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,972 miles
  • 2025 – 96,303 miles
  • 2024 – 89,691 miles
  • 2023 – 84,502 miles
  • 2022 – 81,988 miles
  • 2021 – 81,534 miles
  • 2019 – 79,626 miles
  • 2018 – 77,696 miles
  • 2017 – 75,059 miles
  • 2016 – 74,900 miles
  • 2015 – 73,717 miles
  • 2014 – 73,686 miles
  • 2013 – 70,962 miles
  • 2012 – 67,652 miles
  • 2011 – 67,324 miles
  • 2010 – 62,477 miles
  • 2009 – 56,833 miles
  • 2008 – 53,087 miles
  • 2007 – 45,161 miles
  • 2006 – 38,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,972 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,972 miles
    Test number
    115910561494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail103,968 miles (+7,665)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,968 miles
    Test number
    429279415081
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass96,303 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,303 miles
    Test number
    357035106208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail96,299 miles (+6,608)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,299 miles
    Test number
    156314225500
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass89,691 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,691 miles
    Test number
    735091328372
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail89,687 miles (+5,185)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,687 miles
    Test number
    657470169292
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door shut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass84,502 miles (+2,514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,502 miles
    Test number
    234862682241
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo slightly corroded

  8. Pass81,988 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,988 miles
    Test number
    907106737785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,534 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,534 miles
    Test number
    777535093259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,626 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,626 miles
    Test number
    643407683513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,696 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    962035029857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,059 miles
    Test number
    779606840672
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail75,059 miles (+159)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,059 miles
    Test number
    219578391605
    • FailureCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded On brake calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded On brake calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass74,900 miles (+1,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,900 miles
    Test number
    599945862069
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Nearside (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Hose to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms

  15. Pass73,717 miles (+31)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,717 miles
    Test number
    568913505204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm

  16. Pass73,686 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    305044124290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm

  17. Fail73,686 miles (+2,724)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    668034024205
    • FailureCentre Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm

  18. Pass70,962 miles (+3,310)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    916620643298
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm

  19. Pass67,652 miles (+328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    349129512415
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm

  20. Pass67,324 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    628936691130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,477 miles (+5,644)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,477 miles
    Test number
    763441580178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a deep cut in centre of tread

  22. Pass56,833 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,833 miles
    Test number
    782443989101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,087 miles (+7,926)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,087 miles
    Test number
    261406338490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,161 miles (+6,329)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,161 miles
    Test number
    241038097435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,832 miles
    Test number
    473819596147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y217 PDB

Does Y217 PDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y217 PDB is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y217 PDB?
The MOT on Y217 PDB is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y217 PDB done?
Y217 PDB was recorded at 103,972 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 3,287 miles a year.
Has Y217 PDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y217 PDB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y217 PDB 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 PDB find?
Y217 PDB passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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