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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y252 BGDMOT history

Y252 BGD is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

Y252 BGD green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,163 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 BGD
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
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 BGD was last recorded at 123,163 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,161 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,163 miles
  • 2025 – 119,411 miles
  • 2024 – 117,848 miles
  • 2023 – 114,025 miles
  • 2021 – 111,167 miles
  • 2020 – 110,167 miles
  • 2019 – 108,432 miles
  • 2018 – 107,264 miles
  • 2017 – 105,310 miles
  • 2016 – 103,841 miles
  • 2015 – 98,012 miles
  • 2014 – 93,299 miles
  • 2013 – 89,309 miles
  • 2012 – 84,027 miles
  • 2011 – 80,016 miles
  • 2010 – 72,837 miles
  • 2009 – 59,662 miles
  • 2008 – 50,394 miles
  • 2006 – 26,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,163 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides
  • AdvisoryNearside Front DamagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side Wall Damage No Cords Showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Reverse Light Not Working

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,163 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,163 miles
    Test number
    658285052245
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side Wall Damage No Cords Showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Reverse Light Not Working

  2. Fail123,161 miles (+3,750)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,161 miles
    Test number
    911123676514
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (as marked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill within 30cm of suspension mounting point (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (as marked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Pass119,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    119,411 miles
    Test number
    685977397496
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam switch does not stay in on position

  4. Fail119,411 miles (+1,563)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,411 miles
    Test number
    514960520642
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall lump (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake insecure Outer brake pad friction material not attached to backing plate (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam switch does not stay in on position

  5. Pass117,848 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,848 miles
    Test number
    196804283717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,025 miles (+2,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,025 miles
    Test number
    770697248004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass111,167 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,167 miles
    Test number
    921414867000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail111,158 miles (+991)3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,158 miles
    Test number
    945112581103
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting axle mtg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing badly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills corroding

  9. Pass110,167 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,167 miles
    Test number
    241422783537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,432 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,432 miles
    Test number
    398731574630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,264 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    107,264 miles
    Test number
    651939660582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,263 miles (+1,953)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,263 miles
    Test number
    781237396882
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

  13. Pass105,310 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,310 miles
    Test number
    918224036955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,309 miles (+1,468)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    445511554109
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Manifold to down pipe gasket (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  15. Pass103,841 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    103,841 miles
    Test number
    435173403914
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  16. Fail103,841 miles (+5,829)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,841 miles
    Test number
    803197038933
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  17. Fail98,012 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,012 miles
    Test number
    588452055086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass98,012 miles (+4,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,012 miles
    Test number
    867382155076
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass93,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,299 miles
    Test number
    707419654023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,299 miles (+3,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,299 miles
    Test number
    795799054076
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass89,309 miles (+5,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,309 miles
    Test number
    375459443028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass84,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,027 miles
    Test number
    599430742056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  23. Fail84,026 miles (+4,010)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,026 miles
    Test number
    479580742013
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  24. Pass80,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,016 miles
    Test number
    245336641015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,016 miles (+7,179)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,016 miles
    Test number
    128812941448
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass72,837 miles (+13,175)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,837 miles
    Test number
    881904150097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,662 miles
    Test number
    472897659052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail59,662 miles (+9,268)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,662 miles
    Test number
    990195359088
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  29. Pass50,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,394 miles
    Test number
    142578358423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    413320167029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,423 miles
    Test number
    653769256043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 BGD

Does Y252 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 BGD is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 BGD?
The MOT on Y252 BGD is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 BGD done?
Y252 BGD was recorded at 123,163 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 4,830 miles a year.
Has Y252 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 BGD has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 BGD 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 Y252 BGD find?
Y252 BGD passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside front damaged; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damage no cords showing, and 1 more.

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