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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y236 HWJMOT history

Y236 HWJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 198,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

Y236 HWJ blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
198,359 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y236 HWJ
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
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y236 HWJ was last recorded at 198,359 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,628 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,731 miles
Average per year
8,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,359 miles
  • 2025 – 195,628 miles
  • 2024 – 192,751 miles
  • 2023 – 188,531 miles
  • 2022 – 184,735 miles
  • 2021 – 180,330 miles
  • 2020 – 177,339 miles
  • 2018 – 172,759 miles
  • 2017 – 161,323 miles
  • 2016 – 135,335 miles
  • 2015 – 117,354 miles
  • 2013 – 97,757 miles
  • 2012 – 78,654 miles
  • 2011 – 60,472 miles
  • 2010 – 56,174 miles
  • 2009 – 50,032 miles
  • 2008 – 42,473 miles
  • 2007 – 35,995 miles
  • 2006 – 28,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Performance low, both rear brakes (1.2.1 (c))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Handbrake linkage resting on exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,359 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    198,359 miles
    Test number
    645385917239
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Performance low, both rear brakes (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail198,359 miles (+2,731)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,359 miles
    Test number
    344280595996
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Performance low, both rear brakes (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass195,628 miles (+2,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    195,628 miles
    Test number
    517736062074
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked around sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass192,751 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    192,751 miles
    Test number
    697385315753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail192,750 miles (+4,219)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,750 miles
    Test number
    411423187991
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass188,531 miles (+3,796)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    188,531 miles
    Test number
    423548773054
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone damage (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake linkage resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Effort low on both rear wheels, overall result 51% (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass184,735 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    184,735 miles
    Test number
    354531428894
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail184,735 miles (+4,405)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,735 miles
    Test number
    348151089179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,330 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    180,330 miles
    Test number
    304258513405
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  10. Fail180,329 miles (+2,990)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,329 miles
    Test number
    829198737837
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative Rear load sensing valve siezed (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass177,339 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    177,339 miles
    Test number
    200280888606
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer heavily corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail177,339 miles (+4,580)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,339 miles
    Test number
    829311452775
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer heavily corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass172,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    172,759 miles
    Test number
    954522981395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail172,759 miles (+11,436)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,759 miles
    Test number
    691717971354
    • Repaired at testSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  15. Pass161,323 miles (+12,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    161,323 miles
    Test number
    576212728574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass148,874 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    148,874 miles
    Test number
    717264399718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tie rod slight play

  17. Fail148,874 miles (+13,539)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,874 miles
    Test number
    609601246974
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tie rod slight play

  18. Pass135,335 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,335 miles
    Test number
    886653648044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened tie bar (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  19. Fail135,335 miles (+17,981)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,335 miles
    Test number
    760167891489
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened tie bar (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Pass117,354 miles (+19,597)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,354 miles
    Test number
    696077705078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail97,757 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    856870613387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

  22. Pass97,757 miles (+19,103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    948480513381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,654 miles (+18,182)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,654 miles
    Test number
    428022112439
    • NoteClutch in need of repair

  24. Pass60,472 miles (+4,298)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,472 miles
    Test number
    727575501313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,174 miles (+6,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,174 miles
    Test number
    541006000376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,032 miles (+7,559)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,032 miles
    Test number
    693181709329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,473 miles (+6,478)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,473 miles
    Test number
    341572208318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,995 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    35,995 miles
    Test number
    491392907378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,877 miles
    Test number
    992724006337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y236 HWJ

Does Y236 HWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y236 HWJ is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y236 HWJ?
The MOT on Y236 HWJ is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y236 HWJ done?
Y236 HWJ was recorded at 198,359 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,671 miles a year.
Has Y236 HWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y236 HWJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y236 HWJ 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 Y236 HWJ find?
Y236 HWJ passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, and 1 more.

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