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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y218 JVYMOT history

Y218 JVY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 170,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

Y218 JVY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2026
Mileage
170,378 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y218 JVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y218 JVY was last recorded at 170,378 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2008: 95,888 miles, lower than 179,618 miles on 24 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
170,367 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,378 miles
  • 2024 – 163,243 miles
  • 2022 – 157,470 miles
  • 2021 – 150,701 miles
  • 2020 – 143,066 miles
  • 2019 – 140,151 miles
  • 2018 – 138,645 miles
  • 2013 – 123,903 miles
  • 2008 – 95,888 miles
  • 2007 – 179,618 miles
  • 2006 – 147,230 miles
  • 2005 – 112,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,378 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front cross member damaged and bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,378 miles (+11)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    170,378 miles
    Test number
    380697723430
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis damage
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail170,367 miles (+7,124)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,367 miles
    Test number
    869507366952
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis damage
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass163,243 miles (+5,773)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    163,243 miles
    Test number
    796834929113
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) on both sides
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark engine bay area (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass157,470 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,470 miles
    Test number
    553946682336
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member damaged and bent
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre low on pressure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail157,467 miles (+6,766)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,467 miles
    Test number
    635217629153
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect defused pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure damaged held on with tape (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member damaged and bent
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output defused (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre low on pressure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass150,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    150,701 miles
    Test number
    157636658623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail150,701 miles (+7,635)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,701 miles
    Test number
    155012044963
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • 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 aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass143,066 miles (+2,915)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,066 miles
    Test number
    992708306068
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively FRONT AND REAR (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass140,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    140,151 miles
    Test number
    454913609713
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail140,151 miles (+1,506)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,151 miles
    Test number
    499554812854
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid brake caliper (1.1.16 (b) (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))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass138,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,645 miles
    Test number
    133851703395
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Fail138,645 miles (+14,742)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,645 miles
    Test number
    953930739237
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Leak off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (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 Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass123,903 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    123,903 miles
    Test number
    947397023129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,876 miles (+27,988)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,876 miles
    Test number
    297730623463
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
  15. Pass95,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    95,888 miles
    Test number
    394958628224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,888 miles (-83,730)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,888 miles
    Test number
    690097528219
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  17. Pass179,618 miles (+32,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    179,618 miles
    Test number
    133836937232
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly deformed
  18. Pass147,230 miles (+34,271)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    650793446235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    112,959 miles
    Test number
    451799125230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y218 JVY

Does Y218 JVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y218 JVY expired on 9 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y218 JVY?
The MOT on Y218 JVY expired on 9 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y218 JVY done?
Y218 JVY was recorded at 170,378 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 2,886 miles a year.
Has Y218 JVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y218 JVY has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y218 JVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y218 JVY find?
Y218 JVY passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, and 6 more.

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