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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

Y221 YDLMOT history

Y221 YDL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

Y221 YDL blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,384 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 YDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 YDL was last recorded at 113,384 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,194 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,190 miles
Average per year
4,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,384 miles
  • 2025 – 112,194 miles
  • 2024 – 110,946 miles
  • 2023 – 109,402 miles
  • 2022 – 108,974 miles
  • 2020 – 96,661 miles
  • 2019 – 82,476 miles
  • 2018 – 82,270 miles
  • 2017 – 82,212 miles
  • 2016 – 80,981 miles
  • 2014 – 78,156 miles
  • 2013 – 72,917 miles
  • 2012 – 66,014 miles
  • 2011 – 51,173 miles
  • 2010 – 42,577 miles
  • 2009 – 32,814 miles
  • 2008 – 28,926 miles
  • 2007 – 26,333 miles
  • 2006 – 21,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,384 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight play in both inner steering rack joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,384 miles (+1,190)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,384 miles
    Test number
    738690097430
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass112,194 miles (+1,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,194 miles
    Test number
    313703726266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s & o/s rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension components.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on towbar.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  3. Pass110,946 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    110,946 miles
    Test number
    813180808959
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Behind tank slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail110,929 miles (+1,527)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,929 miles
    Test number
    341733337815
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass109,402 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,402 miles
    Test number
    603403066525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,974 miles
    Test number
    539860466126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,974 miles (+12,313)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,974 miles
    Test number
    163070975688
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass96,661 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,661 miles
    Test number
    135812140908
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail96,660 miles (+14,184)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,660 miles
    Test number
    966580117515
    • MajorEmissions not tested major leak in exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass82,476 miles (+206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    835948839001
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass82,270 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,270 miles
    Test number
    539818084138
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass82,212 miles (+1,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,212 miles
    Test number
    832682741357
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass80,981 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,981 miles
    Test number
    718110463540
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering rack joints

  14. Fail80,980 miles (+2,824)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,980 miles
    Test number
    283384141334
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering rack joints

  15. Pass78,156 miles (+5,239)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    78,156 miles
    Test number
    959556814381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  16. Pass72,917 miles (+6,903)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    426646013378
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass66,014 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,014 miles
    Test number
    487652132404
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  18. Fail66,014 miles (+14,841)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,014 miles
    Test number
    538541322313
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Pass51,173 miles (+12)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,173 miles
    Test number
    779861421355
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc rusty

  20. Fail51,161 miles (+8,584)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,161 miles
    Test number
    587178411350
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc rusty

  21. Pass42,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,577 miles
    Test number
    410547610369
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail42,577 miles (+9,763)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,577 miles
    Test number
    634497810352
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass32,814 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,814 miles
    Test number
    111358019308
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm inner ball joint

  24. Fail32,807 miles (+1,045)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,807 miles
    Test number
    424086209454
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm inner ball joint

  25. Pass31,762 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,762 miles
    Test number
    724259959130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,926 miles (+2,593)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,926 miles
    Test number
    323874658190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,333 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,333 miles
    Test number
    264400877134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    21,137 miles
    Test number
    444447366132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y221 YDL

Does Y221 YDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y221 YDL is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y221 YDL?
The MOT on Y221 YDL is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y221 YDL done?
Y221 YDL was recorded at 113,384 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,580 miles a year.
Has Y221 YDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 YDL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y221 YDL 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 YDL find?
Y221 YDL passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: central brake cable damaged but not to excess; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper to flexi; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi, and 5 more.

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