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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,370 cc

Y238 XDVMOT history

Y238 XDV is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 174,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2024.

Y238 XDV red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2025
Mileage
174,973 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2024
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 XDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 XDV was last recorded at 174,973 miles on 15 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,973 miles · 14 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 174,973 miles
  • 2022 – 173,065 miles
  • 2021 – 171,629 miles
  • 2020 – 168,580 miles
  • 2019 – 165,977 miles
  • 2018 – 162,155 miles
  • 2017 – 157,312 miles
  • 2016 – 154,250 miles
  • 2015 – 154,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,973 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Movement in drivers seat

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    174,973 miles
    Test number
    405070530853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail174,973 miles (+1,908)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,973 miles
    Test number
    409429509370
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass173,065 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,065 miles
    Test number
    704958363018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass171,629 miles (+3,049)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    171,629 miles
    Test number
    976300538078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass168,580 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,580 miles
    Test number
    244786767162
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail168,580 miles (+2,603)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,580 miles
    Test number
    458831981229
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases large hole in rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass165,977 miles (+3,822)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    165,977 miles
    Test number
    917651234387
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to towbar
  8. Pass162,155 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,155 miles
    Test number
    177390524879
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat
  9. Fail162,149 miles (+4,837)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,149 miles
    Test number
    765048024352
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat
  10. Pass157,312 miles (+538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    157,312 miles
    Test number
    153678242066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat
  11. Fail156,774 miles (+2,524)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,774 miles
    Test number
    431878092598
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer holed (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced 37% (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat
  12. Pass154,250 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    154,250 miles
    Test number
    458743937312
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column top bush
  13. Pass154,164 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    154,164 miles
    Test number
    295162685444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn unevenly
  14. Fail154,164 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,164 miles
    Test number
    396680885102
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn unevenly

Questions about Y238 XDV

Does Y238 XDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 XDV expired on 14 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 XDV?
The MOT on Y238 XDV expired on 14 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 XDV done?
Y238 XDV was recorded at 174,973 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2024, an average of 2,321 miles a year.
Has Y238 XDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 XDV has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y238 XDV 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 Y238 XDV find?
Y238 XDV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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