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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y246 DRUMOT history

Y246 DRU is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 239,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

Y246 DRU green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
239,265 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 DRU was last recorded at 239,265 miles on 7 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,265 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 239,265 miles
  • 2025 – 231,540 miles
  • 2024 – 225,297 miles
  • 2023 – 221,587 miles
  • 2022 – 213,885 miles
  • 2021 – 205,882 miles
  • 2020 – 200,797 miles
  • 2019 – 196,069 miles
  • 2018 – 189,008 miles
  • 2017 – 180,619 miles
  • 2016 – 174,191 miles
  • 2015 – 170,909 miles
  • 2014 – 160,104 miles
  • 2013 – 151,912 miles
  • 2012 – 128,426 miles
  • 2011 – 104,666 miles
  • 2010 – 73,951 miles
  • 2009 – 48,223 miles
  • 2008 – 41,568 miles
  • 2007 – 35,204 miles
  • 2006 – 26,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,265 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    239,265 miles
    Test number
    177560691057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail239,265 miles (+7,725)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,265 miles
    Test number
    107627962491
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass231,540 miles (+6,243)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    231,540 miles
    Test number
    485331817024
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass225,297 miles (+3,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    225,297 miles
    Test number
    959778910584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass221,587 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    221,587 miles
    Test number
    487301491360
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail221,586 miles (+7,701)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,586 miles
    Test number
    452479267886
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake pad come away from backing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass213,885 miles (+8,003)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    213,885 miles
    Test number
    784000376821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass205,882 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    205,882 miles
    Test number
    407254741460
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  9. Fail205,882 miles (+5,085)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,882 miles
    Test number
    875589607757
    • MajorParking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  10. Pass200,797 miles (+4,728)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    200,797 miles
    Test number
    500180023698
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass196,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    196,069 miles
    Test number
    298216959676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail196,069 miles (+7,061)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,069 miles
    Test number
    167459623397
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass189,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    189,008 miles
    Test number
    591006308390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail189,008 miles (+8,389)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,008 miles
    Test number
    450298478498
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass180,619 miles (+6,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    180,619 miles
    Test number
    145613026723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass174,191 miles (+3,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    174,191 miles
    Test number
    544624051058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  17. Pass170,909 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    170,909 miles
    Test number
    395783965173
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Fail170,909 miles (+10,805)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,909 miles
    Test number
    706753665146
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass160,104 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    806721164191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp lit
    • NotePad warning wires damaged/missing
    • NoteTowbar electrical socket cover missing

  20. Fail160,104 miles (+8,192)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    945421164185
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp lit
    • NotePad warning wires damaged/missing
    • NoteTowbar electrical socket cover missing

  21. Fail151,912 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,912 miles
    Test number
    768170873155
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass151,912 miles (+23,486)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    151,912 miles
    Test number
    826600873181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,426 miles (+23,760)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    128,426 miles
    Test number
    905068362173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,666 miles (+30,715)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    165909061166
    • NoteAdvise 20% imbalance on frontbrakes

  25. Pass73,951 miles (+25,728)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,951 miles
    Test number
    381527160180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,223 miles (+6,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,223 miles
    Test number
    982941179154
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  27. Pass41,568 miles (+6,364)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,568 miles
    Test number
    430027658128
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  28. Pass35,204 miles (+8,466)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,204 miles
    Test number
    264296357158
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  29. Fail26,738 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,738 miles
    Test number
    242435496098
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass26,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,738 miles
    Test number
    781265496073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y246 DRU

Does Y246 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y246 DRU is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y246 DRU?
The MOT on Y246 DRU is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y246 DRU done?
Y246 DRU was recorded at 239,265 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 10,580 miles a year.
Has Y246 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 DRU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y246 DRU 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 DRU find?
Y246 DRU passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch.

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