
Vauxhall Movano
Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,799 cc
Y256 MCPMOT history
Y256 MCP is a red diesel Vauxhall Movano first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 295,372 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 295,372 mi
- At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 17 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,831 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y256 MCP
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Vauxhall
- Model
- Movano
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,799 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 29 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y256 MCP was last recorded at 295,372 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 4,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 291,355 miles · 13 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,017 miles
- Average per year
- 3,831 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 295,372 miles
- 2025 – 291,355 miles
- 2023 – 281,193 miles
- 2022 – 279,075 miles
- 2021 – 278,422 miles
- 2020 – 277,833 miles
- 2019 – 277,101 miles
- 2016 – 277,077 miles
- 2015 – 276,280 miles
- 2014 – 275,868 miles
- 2013 – 271,534 miles
- 2012 – 265,679 miles
- 2011 – 259,699 miles
- 2010 – 252,710 miles
- 2009 – 243,507 miles
- 2007 – 231,978 miles
- 2006 – 218,847 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryUnderbody Corrosion All Over
- AdvisoryUnderbody Undersealed
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.
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2012
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2012
Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016
Full MOT history
28 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass295,372 miles (+4,017)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 295,372 miles
- Test number
- 141721147750
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryUnderbody Corrosion All Over
- AdvisoryUnderbody Undersealed
Pass291,355 miles (+10,162)3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 291,355 miles
- Test number
- 618352655450
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass281,193 miles (+2,118)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 281,193 miles
- Test number
- 247281922638
- AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass279,075 miles (+20)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 279,075 miles
- Test number
- 674122652241
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail279,055 miles (+633)1 dangerous9 major2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 279,055 miles
- Test number
- 967092071100
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point in various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill in various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point in various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust advise slight corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened of rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened of rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass278,422 miles (+12)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 278,422 miles
- Test number
- 460838143607
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryAll chassis and underbody corroded and flakey
Fail278,410 miles (+577)7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 278,410 miles
- Test number
- 933054350172
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all faulty (4.3.3 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength at rear of rear spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass277,833 miles (+732)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 May 2021
- Odometer
- 277,833 miles
- Test number
- 650594437917
- AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills and doorsteps showing signs of corrosion
Pass277,101 miles (+24)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 277,101 miles
- Test number
- 172928189894
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass277,077 miles (+10)1 dangerous6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 277,077 miles
- Test number
- 342185800849
- DangerousClutch pedal rubber missing
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryDrivers seat base deteriorated
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)
Fail277,067 miles (+787)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 277,067 miles
- Test number
- 546256902939
- DangerousClutch pedal rubber missing
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryDrivers seat base deteriorated
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)
Pass276,280 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 276,280 miles
- Test number
- 158718115212
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Fail276,280 miles (+412)2 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 276,280 miles
- Test number
- 568907815209
- FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside washer poor performance
Pass275,868 miles (+4,334)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 275,868 miles
- Test number
- 525694824209
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteNearside rear sidelight and indicator merging slightly
Pass271,534 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 271,534 miles
- Test number
- 186195283104
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- NoteOil leak
Fail271,534 miles (+5,855)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 271,534 miles
- Test number
- 538535883169
- Repaired at testNearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- NoteOil leak
Pass265,679 miles (+168)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 265,679 miles
- Test number
- 258028652152
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteNearside outer cv boot clip loose
Fail265,511 miles (+5,812)1 dangerous7 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 265,511 miles
- Test number
- 685325142114
- DangerousLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteNearside outer cv boot clip loose
Pass259,699 miles (+12)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2012
- Odometer
- 259,699 miles
- Test number
- 785129131162
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Fail259,687 miles (+6,977)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 259,687 miles
- Test number
- 955676531159
- DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Pass252,710 miles (+54)
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2011
- Odometer
- 252,710 miles
- Test number
- 271757330405
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail252,656 miles (+9,149)4 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,656 miles
- Test number
- 643044030167
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteMounting lug broken on nearside headlamp. Headlamp is still held firm for test purposes
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteBothsides outer handbrake cables deteriorated
- NoteRust coming fron steering column lower universal joint but no free play
Pass243,507 miles (+116)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 243,507 miles
- Test number
- 914952819189
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail243,391 miles (+11,413)7 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,391 miles
- Test number
- 151487809146
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
Pass231,978 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 231,978 miles
- Test number
- 112043487268
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBattery insecure
Fail231,963 miles (+13,116)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 231,963 miles
- Test number
- 320018077417
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBattery insecure
- NoteRear exhaust rubber mount slightly deteriorated recommend replacement.
Pass218,847 miles (+22)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 218,847 miles
- Test number
- 363166076071
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail218,825 miles3 dangerous4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 218,825 miles
- Test number
- 301814656040
- DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Questions about Y256 MCP
- Does Y256 MCP currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 MCP is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y256 MCP?
- The MOT on Y256 MCP is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y256 MCP done?
- Y256 MCP was recorded at 295,372 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,831 miles a year.
- Has Y256 MCP ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y256 MCP has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2022.
- Has the mileage on Y256 MCP 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 Y256 MCP find?
- Y256 MCP passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.
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