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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y237 RVMMOT history

Y237 RVM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 238,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

Y237 RVM red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
238,637 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 RVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 RVM was last recorded at 238,637 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 8,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,511 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,126 miles
Average per year
8,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,637 miles
  • 2025 – 230,511 miles
  • 2024 – 223,454 miles
  • 2023 – 215,905 miles
  • 2022 – 207,900 miles
  • 2021 – 199,537 miles
  • 2020 – 197,229 miles
  • 2019 – 191,091 miles
  • 2018 – 185,528 miles
  • 2017 – 180,350 miles
  • 2016 – 175,193 miles
  • 2015 – 172,260 miles
  • 2014 – 165,783 miles
  • 2013 – 157,638 miles
  • 2012 – 147,527 miles
  • 2011 – 139,380 miles
  • 2010 – 127,903 miles
  • 2009 – 115,669 miles
  • 2008 – 105,113 miles
  • 2007 – 89,904 miles
  • 2006 – 80,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,637 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe at LSV slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner sills both sides, next to drain bung holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear inner sill, close to trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,637 miles (+8,126)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    238,637 miles
    Test number
    343855671039
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe at LSV slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner sills both sides, next to drain bung holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear inner sill, close to trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose

  2. Pass230,511 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    230,511 miles
    Test number
    324377061689
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail230,506 miles (+7,052)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,506 miles
    Test number
    377339238553
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass223,454 miles (+7,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    223,454 miles
    Test number
    435161247720
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass215,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    215,905 miles
    Test number
    902450295079
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail215,905 miles (+8,005)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,905 miles
    Test number
    872176257061
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass207,900 miles (+188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    207,900 miles
    Test number
    760949583832
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail207,712 miles (+8,175)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,712 miles
    Test number
    519598241066
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass199,537 miles (+2,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    199,537 miles
    Test number
    673350537133
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass197,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    197,229 miles
    Test number
    471931084908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail197,229 miles (+6,138)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,229 miles
    Test number
    208809999916
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  12. Pass191,091 miles (+5,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    191,091 miles
    Test number
    386758127353
    • AdvisorySpare tyre tread at 1.8mm

  13. Pass185,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    185,528 miles
    Test number
    400130877879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail185,528 miles (+5,178)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,528 miles
    Test number
    699321589309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass180,350 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    180,350 miles
    Test number
    993992489725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass175,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    175,193 miles
    Test number
    197543122301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail175,193 miles (+2,933)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,193 miles
    Test number
    514729245454
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass172,260 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    172,260 miles
    Test number
    367814405497
    • NotePlay in rack ends

  19. Fail172,253 miles (+6,470)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,253 miles
    Test number
    916703805270
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlay in rack ends

  20. Pass165,783 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    165,783 miles
    Test number
    827634104241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail165,780 miles (+8,142)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,780 miles
    Test number
    105743304205
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass157,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    157,638 miles
    Test number
    758134683182
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  23. Fail157,638 miles (+10,111)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,638 miles
    Test number
    599393983125
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  24. Pass147,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    147,527 miles
    Test number
    269049872166
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Fail147,527 miles (+8,147)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,527 miles
    Test number
    988098672160
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Fail139,380 miles4 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,380 miles
    Test number
    679224871143
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad symbol light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked slightly

  27. Pass139,380 miles (+11,477)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    139,380 miles
    Test number
    747064171135
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad symbol light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked slightly

  28. Pass127,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    127,903 miles
    Test number
    143262470173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail127,903 miles (+12,234)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,903 miles
    Test number
    301092470107
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass115,669 miles (+10,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    115,669 miles
    Test number
    531173889157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail105,113 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,113 miles
    Test number
    490169388138
    • Repaired at testExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass105,113 miles (+15,209)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    105,113 miles
    Test number
    910089288173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass89,904 miles (+9,821)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    89,904 miles
    Test number
    103614987197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass80,083 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    361767386199
    • NoteBrake warning light on

Questions about Y237 RVM

Does Y237 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y237 RVM is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y237 RVM?
The MOT on Y237 RVM is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y237 RVM done?
Y237 RVM was recorded at 238,637 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 8,043 miles a year.
Has Y237 RVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 RVM has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y237 RVM 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 Y237 RVM find?
Y237 RVM passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front slight corrosion; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe at lsv slightly corroded, and 5 more.

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