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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y251 RVMMOT history

Y251 RVM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 233,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

Y251 RVM red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
233,109 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 RVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 RVM was last recorded at 233,109 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,392 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,717 miles
Average per year
6,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,109 miles
  • 2025 – 229,392 miles
  • 2024 – 221,849 miles
  • 2023 – 214,300 miles
  • 2022 – 208,216 miles
  • 2021 – 203,347 miles
  • 2020 – 200,230 miles
  • 2019 – 193,458 miles
  • 2018 – 185,334 miles
  • 2017 – 172,335 miles
  • 2016 – 166,062 miles
  • 2013 – 150,837 miles
  • 2012 – 146,203 miles
  • 2011 – 137,034 miles
  • 2010 – 129,788 miles
  • 2009 – 124,128 miles
  • 2008 – 120,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,109 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,109 miles (+3,717)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    233,109 miles
    Test number
    442791894602
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass229,392 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    229,392 miles
    Test number
    334987719582
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corroded

  3. Fail229,390 miles (+7,541)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,390 miles
    Test number
    912007121595
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass221,849 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    221,849 miles
    Test number
    396309460839
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail221,839 miles (+7,539)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,839 miles
    Test number
    314344445240
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe holed and front section leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass214,300 miles (+6,084)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    214,300 miles
    Test number
    679516787741
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner heat exhaust sheild loose, prs
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner track rod end slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass208,216 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    208,216 miles
    Test number
    368684551028
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  8. Fail208,211 miles (+4,864)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,211 miles
    Test number
    942892169369
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  9. Pass203,347 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    203,347 miles
    Test number
    723697156611
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose tailpipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from servo pump mount

  10. Fail203,347 miles (+3,117)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,347 miles
    Test number
    344248125168
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose tailpipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from servo pump mount

  11. Pass200,230 miles (+6,772)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,230 miles
    Test number
    253299045867
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass193,458 miles (+22)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    193,458 miles
    Test number
    470587370797
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Fail193,436 miles (+8,102)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,436 miles
    Test number
    780634902722
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass185,334 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    185,334 miles
    Test number
    241915386113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail185,324 miles (+12,989)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,324 miles
    Test number
    366176754263
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass172,335 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    172,335 miles
    Test number
    934355380459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front tie rod inner ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak / light misting of oil around diesel pump
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met at 19%

  17. Fail172,335 miles (+6,273)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,335 miles
    Test number
    284008181019
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front tie rod inner ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak / light misting of oil around diesel pump
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met at 19%

  18. Pass166,062 miles (+15,225)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    166,062 miles
    Test number
    900507549856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% dull (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

  19. Pass150,837 miles (+109)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    150,837 miles
    Test number
    975576693265
    • NoteBoth rack ends becoming worn

  20. Fail150,728 miles (+4,525)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,728 miles
    Test number
    945518183246
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rack ends becoming worn

  21. Pass146,203 miles (+9,169)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    146,203 miles
    Test number
    216900222341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass137,034 miles (+7,246)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    137,034 miles
    Test number
    675788771262
    • NoteSigns of fuel leak not leaking at time of test
    • NoteSteering rack has slight play

  23. Pass129,788 miles (+5,660)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    129,788 miles
    Test number
    900108870241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass124,128 miles (+3,799)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    124,128 miles
    Test number
    630730259269
    • NoteAirbag light on dash
    • NoteDampnesss around deisel tank
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront dissc worn
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteO/s rear parking brake low needs attention
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f steering arm

  25. Pass120,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    120,329 miles
    Test number
    841515258258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 RVM

Does Y251 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 RVM is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y251 RVM?
The MOT on Y251 RVM is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 RVM done?
Y251 RVM was recorded at 233,109 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 6,504 miles a year.
Has Y251 RVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 RVM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y251 RVM 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 Y251 RVM find?
Y251 RVM passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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