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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y246 CBTMOT history

Y246 CBT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 258,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

Y246 CBT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
258,282 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 CBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 CBT was last recorded at 258,282 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,282 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 258,282 miles
  • 2024 – 254,834 miles
  • 2023 – 252,365 miles
  • 2022 – 250,152 miles
  • 2021 – 248,165 miles
  • 2020 – 243,393 miles
  • 2019 – 240,552 miles
  • 2018 – 238,695 miles
  • 2017 – 237,015 miles
  • 2016 – 236,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,282 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))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.

  • Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • All four tyres are stretched onto wheels

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,282 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    258,282 miles
    Test number
    405416031143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail258,282 miles (+3,448)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,282 miles
    Test number
    410053476859
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall worn from shock absorber bolt (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Upper bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass254,834 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    254,834 miles
    Test number
    701210496853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath showing signs of corrosion

  4. Fail254,829 miles (+2,464)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,829 miles
    Test number
    850465333041
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass252,365 miles (+2,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    252,365 miles
    Test number
    885719124560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass250,152 miles (+1,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    250,152 miles
    Test number
    453676938533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass248,165 miles (+4,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    248,165 miles
    Test number
    890564696478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass243,393 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    243,393 miles
    Test number
    338837562274
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust protruding out the side of van
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are stretched onto wheels

  9. Fail243,393 miles (+2,841)3 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,393 miles
    Test number
    564987206911
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust protruding out the side of van
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are stretched onto wheels

  10. Pass240,552 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    240,552 miles
    Test number
    921410935604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are stretched onto wheels

  11. Fail240,552 miles (+1,857)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,552 miles
    Test number
    169565438836
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective spare tyre flat
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are stretched onto wheels

  12. Pass238,695 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    238,695 miles
    Test number
    714351742136
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust protrudes offside side panel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  13. Fail238,695 miles (+1,680)2 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,695 miles
    Test number
    981874150047
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust protrudes offside side panel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  14. Pass237,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    237,015 miles
    Test number
    829397714491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail237,015 miles (+783)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,015 miles
    Test number
    514413243148
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass236,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    236,232 miles
    Test number
    307573821868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 CBT

Does Y246 CBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y246 CBT is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y246 CBT?
The MOT on Y246 CBT is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y246 CBT done?
Y246 CBT was recorded at 258,282 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 2,275 miles a year.
Has Y246 CBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 CBT has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y246 CBT 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 Y246 CBT find?
Y246 CBT passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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