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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y257 BGDMOT history

Y257 BGD is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

Y257 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 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,663 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 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
9 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 BGD was last recorded at 116,663 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,663 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,663 miles
  • 2024 – 116,240 miles
  • 2023 – 114,586 miles
  • 2022 – 113,640 miles
  • 2021 – 112,299 miles
  • 2020 – 110,381 miles
  • 2019 – 108,406 miles
  • 2016 – 108,012 miles
  • 2015 – 105,886 miles
  • 2014 – 100,750 miles
  • 2013 – 95,537 miles
  • 2012 – 90,475 miles
  • 2011 – 87,046 miles
  • 2010 – 83,944 miles
  • 2009 – 74,791 miles
  • 2008 – 63,199 miles
  • 2007 – 55,032 miles
  • 2006 – 48,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,663 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))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.

  • Front and rear brake discs are in very poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Centre brake hose ferules rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre hand brake cable rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear brake rubbing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rust blisters on n/s outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,663 miles
    Test number
    927285095173
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail116,663 miles (+423)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,663 miles
    Test number
    166843210825
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant pipe burst
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass116,240 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,240 miles
    Test number
    487148433712
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are in very poor condition

  4. Fail116,234 miles (+1,648)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,234 miles
    Test number
    873152697198
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are in very poor condition

  5. Pass114,586 miles (+946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,586 miles
    Test number
    639597008603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass113,640 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,640 miles
    Test number
    987809271449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,299 miles (+1,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,299 miles
    Test number
    407495330559
    • 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))

  8. Pass110,381 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,381 miles
    Test number
    114426090694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,406 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,406 miles
    Test number
    617567937380
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

  10. Pass108,012 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,012 miles
    Test number
    923588078248
    • AdvisoryCentre brake hose ferules rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre hand brake cable rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake rubbing
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts removed
    • AdvisoryRust blisters on n/s outer sill

  11. Fail108,002 miles (+2,116)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,002 miles
    Test number
    585939575550
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing lap belt (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt installation retro-fitted three point belt mounted to an unsuitable structure (5.3.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt installation retro-fitted three point belt mounted to an unsuitable structure (5.3.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake hose ferules rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre hand brake cable rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake rubbing
    • AdvisoryRust blisters on n/s outer sill

  12. Pass105,886 miles (+5,136)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,886 miles
    Test number
    456524135173
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAnti roll bar bushes deteriorated
    • NoteHand brake cable deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/r brake rubbing

  13. Pass100,750 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,750 miles
    Test number
    289320444451
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront shock absorber bushes deteriorated

  14. Fail100,749 miles (+5,212)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,749 miles
    Test number
    279729334154
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront shock absorber bushes deteriorated

  15. Fail95,537 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,537 miles
    Test number
    356121243186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated

  16. Pass95,537 miles (+5,062)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,537 miles
    Test number
    839081643116
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated

  17. Pass90,475 miles (+3,429)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,475 miles
    Test number
    758794642118
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pads scruffy
    • NoteFront shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight lift in ball joints

  18. Pass87,046 miles (+3,102)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    649086031155
    • NoteAll under panels in place
    • NoteRear seats not fitted
    • NoteShock absorber bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight lift in lower ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  19. Pass83,944 miles (+9,153)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    121749830135
    • NoteAll under panels in place
    • NoteShock absorber bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  20. Pass74,791 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    74,791 miles
    Test number
    213961349114
    • NoteAll under panels in place
    • NoteFront shock absorber bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack

  21. Fail74,791 miles (+11,592)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,791 miles
    Test number
    390280749103
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll under panels in place
    • NoteFront shock absorber bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack

  22. Pass63,199 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,199 miles
    Test number
    812750148109
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack joints

  23. Fail63,198 miles (+8,166)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,198 miles
    Test number
    713667938109
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear pads poss low
    • NoteSlight play n/s rac k joint

  24. Pass55,032 miles (+6,322)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,032 miles
    Test number
    594527837187
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid old and dirty

  25. Pass48,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,710 miles
    Test number
    651424046114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 BGD

Does Y257 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 BGD is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y257 BGD?
The MOT on Y257 BGD is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 BGD done?
Y257 BGD was recorded at 116,663 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 3,492 miles a year.
Has Y257 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 BGD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y257 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 Y257 BGD find?
Y257 BGD passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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