Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y246 NMOMOT history

Y246 NMO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 173,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

Y246 NMO white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
173,059 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,431 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y246 NMO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 NMO
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
5 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 NMO was last recorded at 173,059 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 15,339 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,720 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
15,339 miles
Average per year
6,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,059 miles
  • 2024 – 157,720 miles
  • 2023 – 148,338 miles
  • 2022 – 145,326 miles
  • 2021 – 144,301 miles
  • 2020 – 142,983 miles
  • 2019 – 141,779 miles
  • 2018 – 138,593 miles
  • 2017 – 134,497 miles
  • 2016 – 121,303 miles
  • 2015 – 115,899 miles
  • 2014 – 110,650 miles
  • 2013 – 107,118 miles
  • 2012 – 105,052 miles
  • 2011 – 96,547 miles
  • 2010 – 87,825 miles
  • 2009 – 71,727 miles
  • 2008 – 55,041 miles
  • 2007 – 51,766 miles
  • 2005 – 45,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,059 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pad warning light on . n/s brake censor wire broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,059 miles (+15,339)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    173,059 miles
    Test number
    734005460405
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass157,720 miles (+9,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    157,720 miles
    Test number
    369111154122
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass148,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,338 miles
    Test number
    628645658211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,338 miles (+3,012)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,338 miles
    Test number
    740316835830
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,326 miles
    Test number
    313432720348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,326 miles (+1,025)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,326 miles
    Test number
    336788845745
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass144,301 miles (+1,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    144,301 miles
    Test number
    461285415055
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  8. Pass142,983 miles (+1,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,983 miles
    Test number
    664103342634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass141,779 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    141,779 miles
    Test number
    601703046751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on . n/s brake censor wire broken

  10. Fail141,778 miles (+3,185)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,778 miles
    Test number
    447526674173
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seized (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking near side & off side steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing aII 4 wheels one bolt missing from each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on . n/s brake censor wire broken

  11. Pass138,593 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,593 miles
    Test number
    710769128029
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres have damage to sidewalls
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  12. Fail138,593 miles (+4,096)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,593 miles
    Test number
    138688190394
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres have damage to sidewalls
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  13. Pass134,497 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,497 miles
    Test number
    729007359660
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on edge
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering rack arm
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres 225/40zr18 cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryBrake dash light on

  14. Fail134,497 miles (+13,194)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,497 miles
    Test number
    462711330212
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on edge
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering rack arm
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres 225/40zr18 cuts on outer wall
    • AdvisoryBrake dash light on

  15. Pass121,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    261034273079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,303 miles (+5,404)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    242946218176
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively & offside front (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lifting (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 225/40/18 cuts outer wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryClear drivers view
    • AdvisoryClonk on steering noted

  17. Pass115,899 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,899 miles
    Test number
    237596775197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCheck cambelt history
    • NoteSuspension fitted with lowering kit

  18. Fail115,899 miles (+5,249)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,899 miles
    Test number
    297556275172
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCheck cambelt history
    • NoteSuspension fitted with lowering kit

  19. Pass110,650 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,650 miles
    Test number
    938926274172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,118 miles (+2,066)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    107,118 miles
    Test number
    585089483167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wiper blade smearing

  21. Pass105,052 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,052 miles
    Test number
    219036812183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,049 miles (+8,502)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,049 miles
    Test number
    958134212199
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass96,547 miles (+8,722)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    96,547 miles
    Test number
    965851691082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r tyre badly cracked but not showing cords

  24. Pass87,825 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,825 miles
    Test number
    753108170068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteRear imbalance 10%

  25. Fail87,825 miles (+16,098)1 dangerous11 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,825 miles
    Test number
    631838270097
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteRear imbalance 10%

  26. Pass71,727 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    71,727 miles
    Test number
    682495849034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail71,698 miles (+16,657)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    342544249069
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass55,041 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    250049508061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,766 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,766 miles
    Test number
    472662117039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,763 miles (+6,508)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,763 miles
    Test number
    962641117047
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  31. Pass45,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    45,255 miles
    Test number
    481268435254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail45,253 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,253 miles
    Test number
    162808435236
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Questions about Y246 NMO

Does Y246 NMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 NMO expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 NMO?
The MOT on Y246 NMO expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 NMO done?
Y246 NMO was recorded at 173,059 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 6,431 miles a year.
Has Y246 NMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 NMO has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y246 NMO 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 NMO find?
Y246 NMO passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

Related registrations

Browse all Y246 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.