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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y243 MDGMOT history

Y243 MDG is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

Y243 MDG white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,722 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 MDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 MDG was last recorded at 126,722 miles on 29 May 2026, 3,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,981 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,741 miles
Average per year
4,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,722 miles
  • 2025 – 122,981 miles
  • 2024 – 119,543 miles
  • 2023 – 115,801 miles
  • 2022 – 113,170 miles
  • 2021 – 110,598 miles
  • 2020 – 106,824 miles
  • 2019 – 103,656 miles
  • 2018 – 99,522 miles
  • 2016 – 97,392 miles
  • 2015 – 87,912 miles
  • 2014 – 80,741 miles
  • 2013 – 76,355 miles
  • 2012 – 68,614 miles
  • 2010 – 62,352 miles
  • 2009 – 53,459 miles
  • 2007 – 46,413 miles
  • 2006 – 41,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,722 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Front screen slightly marked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • N/s front brake pad warning wire broken

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,722 miles
    Test number
    415194416746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail126,721 miles (+3,740)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,721 miles
    Test number
    448664257552
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass122,981 miles (+3,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    122,981 miles
    Test number
    217755853195
    • AdvisoryCentral heat sheild loose

  4. Pass119,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,543 miles
    Test number
    971117675567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  5. Fail119,543 miles (+3,742)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,543 miles
    Test number
    389981778415
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  6. Pass115,801 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,801 miles
    Test number
    154750772307
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s of front screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryPlay at top of steering column, very near to being excess

  7. Fail115,801 miles (+2,631)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,801 miles
    Test number
    315777955485
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper arm insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s of front screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryPlay at top of steering column, very near to being excess

  8. Pass113,170 miles (+2,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    113,170 miles
    Test number
    438118776566
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisorySome play at top of steering column, not excessive at time of test

  9. Pass110,598 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    104618537753
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake pad warning wire broken

  10. Fail110,598 miles (+3,774)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    479874914346
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake pad warning wire broken

  11. Pass106,824 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    106,824 miles
    Test number
    670163105476
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre several
    • AdvisoryFront screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing unevenly

  12. Fail106,822 miles (+3,166)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,822 miles
    Test number
    317213125605
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre several
    • AdvisoryFront screen slightly marked
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing unevenly

  13. Pass103,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    279175497715
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  14. Fail103,656 miles (+4,134)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    522288008315
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass99,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    619382317585
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  16. Fail99,522 miles (+2,130)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    186862054190
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  17. Pass97,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    674547438152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,392 miles (+9,480)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    174991900628
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass87,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    617936756567
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail87,912 miles (+7,171)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    635379939947
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour broken lens (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 50% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass80,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,741 miles
    Test number
    738320644263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,741 miles (+4,386)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,741 miles
    Test number
    627038734237
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

  23. Pass76,355 miles (+4)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    317259133244
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn and perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge worn
    • NotePlay in rack

  24. Fail76,351 miles (+7,737)4 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    438882333204
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn and perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge worn
    • NotePlay in rack

  25. Pass68,614 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,614 miles
    Test number
    879768892158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,352 miles (+131)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    982000330245
    • NoteNearside wing mirror glass held on by tape
    • NoteOffside front door check strap broken

  27. Fail62,221 miles (+8,762)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,221 miles
    Test number
    142003020246
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNearside wing mirror glass held on by tape
    • NoteOffside front door check strap broken

  28. Pass53,459 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    420675779056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  29. Fail53,459 miles (+7,046)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    391562269018
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  30. Pass46,413 miles (+5,396)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,413 miles
    Test number
    391098837378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOff side mirror glass cracked front number plate cracked

  31. Pass41,017 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,017 miles
    Test number
    241929076170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCut in near side rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective

Questions about Y243 MDG

Does Y243 MDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 MDG is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 MDG?
The MOT on Y243 MDG is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 MDG done?
Y243 MDG was recorded at 126,722 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 4,303 miles a year.
Has Y243 MDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 MDG has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y243 MDG 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 Y243 MDG find?
Y243 MDG passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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