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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y259 ACLMOT history

Y259 ACL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 321,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

Y259 ACL blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
321,862 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 ACL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 ACL was last recorded at 321,862 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
321,862 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 321,862 miles
  • 2025 – 318,306 miles
  • 2024 – 312,777 miles
  • 2023 – 310,314 miles
  • 2022 – 308,432 miles
  • 2021 – 306,122 miles
  • 2020 – 303,740 miles
  • 2019 – 300,493 miles
  • 2018 – 297,585 miles
  • 2017 – 293,743 miles
  • 2016 – 288,646 miles
  • 2015 – 283,518 miles
  • 2014 – 279,372 miles
  • 2013 – 275,294 miles
  • 2012 – 272,216 miles
  • 2011 – 255,967 miles
  • 2010 – 235,556 miles
  • 2009 – 214,039 miles
  • 2008 – 194,138 miles
  • 2007 – 167,829 miles
  • 2006 – 139,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass321,862 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge small cuts (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded thinRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front lower arm rear bushes slightly wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s under sill corroded thinRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub-frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass321,862 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    321,862 miles
    Test number
    856740317647
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded thin
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front lower arm rear bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryO/s under sill corroded thin

  2. Fail321,862 miles (+3,556)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,862 miles
    Test number
    896589632444
    • MajorBody component insecure exhaust heat shield loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded thin
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front lower arm rear bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryO/s under sill corroded thin

  3. Pass318,306 miles (+15)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    318,306 miles
    Test number
    296770188783
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBottom of vehicle starting to corrode in places

  4. Fail318,291 miles (+5,514)1 dangerous10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,291 miles
    Test number
    709206394389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake pad wiring rubbing against wheel (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (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 split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corner (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass312,777 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    312,777 miles
    Test number
    674769888649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail312,769 miles (+2,455)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    312,769 miles
    Test number
    906900213776
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to light laden valve (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass310,314 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    310,314 miles
    Test number
    781102340945
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub-frame corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery charge light on
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underneath

  8. Fail310,312 miles (+1,880)1 dangerous6 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    310,312 miles
    Test number
    227719831176
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected lever seized (1.1.16 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub-frame corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery charge light on
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underneath

  9. Pass308,432 miles (+2,310)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    308,432 miles
    Test number
    440027077568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass306,122 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    306,122 miles
    Test number
    896241338875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail306,046 miles (+2,306)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,046 miles
    Test number
    823378278471
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass303,740 miles (+3,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    303,740 miles
    Test number
    108129523416
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass300,493 miles (+2,908)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    300,493 miles
    Test number
    410813259966
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass297,585 miles (+3,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    297,585 miles
    Test number
    759979958624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass293,743 miles (+5,097)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    293,743 miles
    Test number
    979245475028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass288,646 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    288,646 miles
    Test number
    181693904649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass283,518 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    283,518 miles
    Test number
    899956685078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass279,372 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    279,372 miles
    Test number
    379732594081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail279,355 miles (+4,061)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,355 miles
    Test number
    429120994055
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass275,294 miles (+3,078)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    275,294 miles
    Test number
    846247373031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/r brake

  21. Pass272,216 miles (+16,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    272,216 miles
    Test number
    155860792452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass255,967 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    255,967 miles
    Test number
    407934781018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine knocking/noisy
    • NoteExhaust corroded at catalyst mounting
    • NoteNearside and offside metal brake pipes from flexi to caliper corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp chipped and cracked
    • NoteWipers smearing and blade worn

  23. Fail255,967 miles (+20,411)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,967 miles
    Test number
    886614981003
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine knocking/noisy
    • NoteExhaust corroded at catalyst mounting
    • NoteNearside and offside metal brake pipes from flexi to caliper corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp chipped and cracked
    • NoteWipers smearing and blade worn

  24. Pass235,556 miles (+21,517)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    235,556 miles
    Test number
    310425380024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteKnocking from engine
    • NoteNearside screen wash jet not working
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  25. Pass214,039 miles (+19,901)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    214,039 miles
    Test number
    272149879085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass194,138 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    194,138 miles
    Test number
    314138388047
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail194,137 miles (+26,308)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,137 miles
    Test number
    794768988013
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass167,829 miles (+28,003)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    167,829 miles
    Test number
    572438787087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass139,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    139,826 miles
    Test number
    821066476044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y259 ACL

Does Y259 ACL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 ACL is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y259 ACL?
The MOT on Y259 ACL is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y259 ACL done?
Y259 ACL was recorded at 321,862 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 8,892 miles a year.
Has Y259 ACL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 ACL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y259 ACL 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 Y259 ACL find?
Y259 ACL passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 7 more.

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