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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

Y23 CTLMOT history

Y23 CTL is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 260,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

Y23 CTL black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
260,535 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
13,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 CTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 CTL was last recorded at 260,535 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,518 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
13,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 260,535 miles
  • 2025 – 255,445 miles
  • 2023 – 248,006 miles
  • 2022 – 245,099 miles
  • 2021 – 233,479 miles
  • 2020 – 218,513 miles
  • 2019 – 207,373 miles
  • 2018 – 191,963 miles
  • 2017 – 170,079 miles
  • 2016 – 146,654 miles
  • 2015 – 124,016 miles
  • 2014 – 93,738 miles
  • 2013 – 80,044 miles
  • 2012 – 58,121 miles
  • 2011 – 37,437 miles
  • 2010 – 30,273 miles
  • 2009 – 19,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,535 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,535 miles (+17)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    260,535 miles
    Test number
    892731731311
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail260,518 miles (+5,073)8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,518 miles
    Test number
    875242794075
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass255,445 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    255,445 miles
    Test number
    780391486774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail255,445 miles (+3)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,445 miles
    Test number
    421393079631
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail255,442 miles (+7,436)11 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,442 miles
    Test number
    100514488812
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass248,006 miles (+64)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    248,006 miles
    Test number
    777421846709
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside inner pad wearing more then rest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside inner pad wearing more then rest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail247,942 miles (+2,843)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,942 miles
    Test number
    382987940217
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside inner pad wearing more then rest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside inner pad wearing more then rest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass245,099 miles (+11,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    245,099 miles
    Test number
    986641980232
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle needs waxoiling

  9. Pass233,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    233,479 miles
    Test number
    626743725073
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  10. Fail233,479 miles (+14,966)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,479 miles
    Test number
    420142574520
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  11. Pass218,513 miles (+149)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    218,513 miles
    Test number
    143257995104
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust silencers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth registration plates in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre bald on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front link rod

  12. Fail218,364 miles (+10,991)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,364 miles
    Test number
    892029252432
    • MajorOffside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust silencers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth registration plates in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre bald on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front link rod

  13. Pass207,373 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    207,373 miles
    Test number
    722507844474
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail207,371 miles (+15,408)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,371 miles
    Test number
    718155739273
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass191,963 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    191,963 miles
    Test number
    242358707633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Fail191,963 miles (+21,884)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,963 miles
    Test number
    594499396998
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass170,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    170,079 miles
    Test number
    366951646574
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Fail170,079 miles (+23,425)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,079 miles
    Test number
    367375604142
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass146,654 miles (+22,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    146,654 miles
    Test number
    518524496239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass124,016 miles (+30,278)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,016 miles
    Test number
    330773983942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,738 miles (+13,694)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,738 miles
    Test number
    385087274259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,044 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,044 miles
    Test number
    395181183481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside swept area

  23. Fail80,044 miles (+21,923)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,044 miles
    Test number
    568518273270
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside swept area

  24. Pass58,121 miles (+20,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,121 miles
    Test number
    758267172234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass37,437 miles (+2,925)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,437 miles
    Test number
    466806251389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,512 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,512 miles
    Test number
    519042761229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,273 miles (+10,496)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    30,273 miles
    Test number
    322519370231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,777 miles
    Test number
    224089679038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y23 CTL

Does Y23 CTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 CTL is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 CTL?
The MOT on Y23 CTL is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 CTL done?
Y23 CTL was recorded at 260,535 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 13,890 miles a year.
Has Y23 CTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 CTL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 CTL 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 Y23 CTL find?
Y23 CTL passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 8 more.

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