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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y238 DRUMOT history

Y238 DRU is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 40 MOT tests, with 306,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

Y238 DRU red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
306,743 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
40
21 passed · 19 failed
Per year
12,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 DRU was last recorded at 306,743 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2018: 221,731 miles, lower than 721,731 miles on 5 Feb 2018.

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
306,641 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
12,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 306,743 miles
  • 2025 – 296,015 miles
  • 2024 – 285,641 miles
  • 2023 – 272,568 miles
  • 2022 – 262,978 miles
  • 2021 – 252,686 miles
  • 2020 – 243,732 miles
  • 2019 – 233,375 miles
  • 2018 – 221,731 miles
  • 2017 – 210,334 miles
  • 2016 – 200,448 miles
  • 2015 – 189,465 miles
  • 2014 – 177,574 miles
  • 2013 – 163,829 miles
  • 2012 – 151,808 miles
  • 2011 – 136,856 miles
  • 2010 – 123,116 miles
  • 2009 – 95,408 miles
  • 2008 – 80,834 miles
  • 2007 – 69,978 miles
  • 2006 – 58,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass306,743 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

40 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass306,743 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    306,743 miles
    Test number
    216679053379
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Fail306,641 miles (+10,626)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,641 miles
    Test number
    263485077758
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Pass296,015 miles (+10,374)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    296,015 miles
    Test number
    123716021490
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Pass285,641 miles (+252)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    285,641 miles
    Test number
    274412256645
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail285,389 miles (+12,821)10 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    285,389 miles
    Test number
    662650810235
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass272,568 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    272,568 miles
    Test number
    663180986739
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill /wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill /wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light stays on
    • AdvisoryFootbrake effort 50% just met req
  7. Fail272,567 miles (+9,589)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,567 miles
    Test number
    534801936560
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill /wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill /wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light stays on
    • AdvisoryFootbrake effort 50% just met req
  8. Pass262,978 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    262,978 miles
    Test number
    677772244637
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail262,978 miles (+10,292)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,978 miles
    Test number
    842457545802
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass252,686 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    252,686 miles
    Test number
    311801601643
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail252,685 miles (+8,953)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,685 miles
    Test number
    469872016162
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass243,732 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    243,732 miles
    Test number
    773289140427
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake effort 55%
  13. Fail243,732 miles (+10,357)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,732 miles
    Test number
    469587447895
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake effort 55%
  14. Pass233,375 miles (+204)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    233,375 miles
    Test number
    213329179463
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  15. Fail233,171 miles (+11,440)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,171 miles
    Test number
    795090686460
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  16. Pass221,731 miles (-500,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    221,731 miles
    Test number
    107775015030
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail721,731 miles (+511,397)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    721,731 miles
    Test number
    670587664968
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass210,334 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    210,334 miles
    Test number
    713829982724
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch /sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail210,334 miles (+9,886)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,334 miles
    Test number
    581177335156
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure both (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch /sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass200,448 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    200,448 miles
    Test number
    222000936017
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
  21. Fail200,448 miles (+10,983)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,448 miles
    Test number
    654162338466
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
  22. Pass189,465 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    189,465 miles
    Test number
    187777535499
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  23. Fail189,465 miles (+11,891)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,465 miles
    Test number
    196866335005
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  24. Pass177,574 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    177,574 miles
    Test number
    149585654469
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r wheel arch
  25. Fail177,572 miles (+13,743)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,572 miles
    Test number
    137599644468
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r wheel arch
  26. Pass163,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    163,829 miles
    Test number
    756279443007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  27. Fail163,829 miles (+12,021)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,829 miles
    Test number
    805379843090
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  28. Pass151,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    151,808 miles
    Test number
    779492152068
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  29. Fail151,808 miles (+14,952)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,808 miles
    Test number
    556111852071
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  30. Pass136,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    136,856 miles
    Test number
    378984651012
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  31. Fail136,856 miles (+13,740)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,856 miles
    Test number
    386224251021
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  32. Pass123,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    123,116 miles
    Test number
    894048960066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail123,116 miles (+27,708)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,116 miles
    Test number
    742577260040
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  34. Pass95,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    95,408 miles
    Test number
    414308479099
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  35. Fail95,408 miles (+14,574)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,408 miles
    Test number
    822037979045
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  36. Pass80,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,834 miles
    Test number
    290477168013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail80,834 miles (+10,856)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,834 miles
    Test number
    403027568034
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
  38. Pass69,978 miles (+11,344)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,978 miles
    Test number
    782884577002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Pass58,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    702675856080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  40. Fail58,634 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    910965156042
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about Y238 DRU

Does Y238 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 DRU is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y238 DRU?
The MOT on Y238 DRU is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 DRU done?
Y238 DRU was recorded at 306,743 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 12,440 miles a year.
Has Y238 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 DRU has failed 19 of its 40 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y238 DRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y238 DRU find?
Y238 DRU passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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