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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

Y261 RNDMOT history

Y261 RND is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 224,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

Y261 RND white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
224,443 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 RND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 RND was last recorded at 224,443 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2014: 82,130 miles, lower than 174,194 miles on 21 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
223,987 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
456 miles
Average per year
7,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 224,443 miles
  • 2024 – 223,987 miles
  • 2023 – 223,657 miles
  • 2022 – 215,451 miles
  • 2021 – 214,217 miles
  • 2019 – 207,308 miles
  • 2018 – 200,040 miles
  • 2017 – 193,254 miles
  • 2016 – 190,220 miles
  • 2015 – 185,612 miles
  • 2014 – 82,130 miles
  • 2013 – 174,194 miles
  • 2012 – 166,087 miles
  • 2011 – 155,629 miles
  • 2010 – 144,097 miles
  • 2009 – 131,599 miles
  • 2008 – 118,206 miles
  • 2007 – 101,467 miles
  • 2006 – 76,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,443 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front And Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryDash Brake Pad Indicator Light On
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Coil spring corroded N/s + O/s Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,443 miles (+456)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    224,443 miles
    Test number
    516030517183
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front And Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash Brake Pad Indicator Light On
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass223,987 miles (+330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    223,987 miles
    Test number
    657512167534
    • AdvisoryBrake Pad Light On Dash
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass223,657 miles (+4,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    223,657 miles
    Test number
    818080316429
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/s + O/s Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash Brake Pad Warning Light On
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass219,258 miles (+3,807)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    219,258 miles
    Test number
    732777447011
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/s + O/s Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash Brake Pad Wear Indicator Light On
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare Wheel Rim corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s + O/s Rear ( Shocker Top Mounting ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively Rear (6.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass215,451 miles (+1,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    215,451 miles
    Test number
    486056842210
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass214,217 miles (+6,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    214,217 miles
    Test number
    326513821946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass207,308 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,308 miles
    Test number
    966414123099
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess hand brake cable worn (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  8. Fail207,308 miles (+7,268)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,308 miles
    Test number
    130677756424
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess hand brake cable worn (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  9. Pass200,040 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    200,040 miles
    Test number
    498190311637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass193,254 miles (+3,034)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    193,254 miles
    Test number
    437878242878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass190,220 miles (+4,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    190,220 miles
    Test number
    535158518847
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded

  12. Pass185,612 miles (+103,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    185,612 miles
    Test number
    988966175115
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass82,130 miles (-92,064)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    249638174417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass174,194 miles (+8,107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    174,194 miles
    Test number
    176912873167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass166,087 miles (+10,458)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    166,087 miles
    Test number
    977565372184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant pipe near gearbox corroded

  16. Pass155,629 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    155,629 miles
    Test number
    439820061146
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail155,629 miles (+11,532)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,629 miles
    Test number
    935520261108
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass144,097 miles (+12,498)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    144,097 miles
    Test number
    194480880152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass131,599 miles (+13,393)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    131,599 miles
    Test number
    604100689150
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front blade torn

  20. Pass118,206 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,206 miles
    Test number
    333318468106
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail118,206 miles (+16,739)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,206 miles
    Test number
    213455468138
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure

  22. Pass101,467 miles (+24,786)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    181358677116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,681 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    76,681 miles
    Test number
    940931486145
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play steering rack ends

Questions about Y261 RND

Does Y261 RND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 RND is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y261 RND?
The MOT on Y261 RND is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 RND done?
Y261 RND was recorded at 224,443 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 7,552 miles a year.
Has Y261 RND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 RND has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on Y261 RND ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y261 RND find?
Y261 RND passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear; coil spring corroded rear; dash brake pad indicator light on, and 2 more.

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