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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y256 UDXMOT history

Y256 UDX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 207,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.

Y256 UDX red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
207,122 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 UDX
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
7 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 UDX was last recorded at 207,122 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,106 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
8,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 207,122 miles
  • 2024 – 198,816 miles
  • 2022 – 189,907 miles
  • 2021 – 180,596 miles
  • 2020 – 170,240 miles
  • 2019 – 160,893 miles
  • 2018 – 152,709 miles
  • 2017 – 143,752 miles
  • 2016 – 133,592 miles
  • 2014 – 121,268 miles
  • 2013 – 111,443 miles
  • 2011 – 98,730 miles
  • 2010 – 88,631 miles
  • 2009 – 77,960 miles
  • 2008 – 67,278 miles
  • 2007 – 57,081 miles
  • 2006 – 45,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,122 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER WHEEL ARCH SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer FRONT WHEEL ARCH EDGE CORRODED.LOWER OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SOSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear rear brake performance low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,122 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    207,122 miles
    Test number
    671080099927
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER WHEEL ARCH SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer FRONT WHEEL ARCH EDGE CORRODED.LOWER OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SOSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail207,106 miles (+8,290)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,106 miles
    Test number
    173678508384
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER WHEEL ARCH SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer FRONT WHEEL ARCH EDGE CORRODED.LOWER OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SOSPENSION ARM METAL PIPE. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL SLIGHT CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass198,816 miles (+8,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    198,816 miles
    Test number
    586005575788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass189,907 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    189,907 miles
    Test number
    728614720218
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail189,872 miles (+9,276)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,872 miles
    Test number
    594784554852
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass180,596 miles (+10,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,596 miles
    Test number
    945266740045
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass170,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    170,240 miles
    Test number
    921943359120
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake performance low

  8. Fail170,240 miles (+9,347)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,240 miles
    Test number
    232407700799
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake performance low

  9. Pass160,893 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,893 miles
    Test number
    170384199266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,867 miles (+8,158)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,867 miles
    Test number
    749342506479
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working bulb replaced 223 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated left and right hand hoses cracking/perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass152,709 miles (+8,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,709 miles
    Test number
    416893865899
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  12. Pass143,752 miles (+10,160)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,752 miles
    Test number
    971387056222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass133,592 miles (+12,324)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,592 miles
    Test number
    813886665793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,268 miles (+9,825)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    217252194142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,443 miles (+12,713)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    957395473107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,730 miles (+10,099)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    98,730 miles
    Test number
    677120241314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,631 miles (+10,671)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    88,631 miles
    Test number
    850199370271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,960 miles (+10,682)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,960 miles
    Test number
    774440439220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    232169598122
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail67,278 miles (+10,197)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    782289698164
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass57,081 miles (+11,455)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,081 miles
    Test number
    453856857166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,626 miles
    Test number
    830565146118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 UDX

Does Y256 UDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 UDX expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 UDX?
The MOT on Y256 UDX expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 UDX done?
Y256 UDX was recorded at 207,122 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 8,567 miles a year.
Has Y256 UDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 UDX has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y256 UDX 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 UDX find?
Y256 UDX passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch slight corrosion.; nearside rear lower brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material suspension arm metal pipe.; offside front outer front wheel arch edge corroded.lower outer sill slight corrosion., and 2 more.

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