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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y221 KCSMOT history

Y221 KCS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 254,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

Y221 KCS white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2022
Mileage
254,381 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 KCS was last recorded at 254,381 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,372 miles · 27 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 254,381 miles
  • 2020 – 248,750 miles
  • 2019 – 242,070 miles
  • 2018 – 230,469 miles
  • 2017 – 225,786 miles
  • 2016 – 220,569 miles
  • 2015 – 213,471 miles
  • 2014 – 206,756 miles
  • 2013 – 205,218 miles
  • 2011 – 199,827 miles
  • 2009 – 175,359 miles
  • 2008 – 167,983 miles
  • 2007 – 159,529 miles
  • 2005 – 131,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,381 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear under side of vehicle at rear corroded but outside specified areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass254,381 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    254,381 miles
    Test number
    322749294891
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side of vehicle at rear corroded but outside specified area

  2. Fail254,372 miles (+5,622)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,372 miles
    Test number
    564844796940
    • 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 Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side of vehicle at rear corroded but outside specified area

  3. Pass248,750 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    248,750 miles
    Test number
    280324662047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail248,740 miles (+6,670)1 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,740 miles
    Test number
    296303214996
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass242,070 miles (+149)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    242,070 miles
    Test number
    497018965320
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the rear of both outer/inner sill areas
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear crossmember

  6. Fail241,921 miles (+11,452)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,921 miles
    Test number
    457595330108
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the rear of both outer/inner sill areas
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear crossmember

  7. Pass230,469 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    230,469 miles
    Test number
    325803489909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp picture poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  8. Fail230,469 miles (+4,683)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,469 miles
    Test number
    612197993351
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket deteriorated so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp picture poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  9. Pass225,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    225,786 miles
    Test number
    244746909511
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail225,786 miles (+5,217)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,786 miles
    Test number
    227114256194
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass220,569 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    220,569 miles
    Test number
    213296106994
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp illuminated

  12. Fail220,569 miles (+7,098)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,569 miles
    Test number
    221708502902
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement link arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp illuminated

  13. Pass213,471 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    213,471 miles
    Test number
    517172335149
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator lamp illuminated

  14. Fail213,469 miles (+6,713)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,469 miles
    Test number
    686437125127
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator lamp illuminated

  15. Pass206,756 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    206,756 miles
    Test number
    838142534170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail206,753 miles (+1,535)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,753 miles
    Test number
    406280324126
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass205,218 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    205,218 miles
    Test number
    746798103043
    • NoteBrake warning lamp illuminated

  18. Fail205,218 miles (+5,391)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,218 miles
    Test number
    309438903043
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp illuminated

  19. Pass199,827 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    199,827 miles
    Test number
    108772261356
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake disc rusty condition

  20. Fail199,827 miles (+15,714)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,827 miles
    Test number
    158992261393
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake disc rusty condition

  21. Pass184,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    184,113 miles
    Test number
    198970211460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail184,113 miles (+8,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,113 miles
    Test number
    805887501059
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass175,359 miles (+7,376)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    175,359 miles
    Test number
    444603729320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass167,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    167,983 miles
    Test number
    594299138356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail167,983 miles (+8,454)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,983 miles
    Test number
    261929538317
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass159,529 miles (+27,828)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    159,529 miles
    Test number
    971284727384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass131,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    131,701 miles
    Test number
    400382475193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y221 KCS

Does Y221 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y221 KCS expired on 1 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y221 KCS?
The MOT on Y221 KCS expired on 1 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y221 KCS done?
Y221 KCS was recorded at 254,381 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 7,496 miles a year.
Has Y221 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 KCS has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on Y221 KCS 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 Y221 KCS find?
Y221 KCS passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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