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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,400 cc

Y266 JHGMOT history

Y266 JHG is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 174,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

Y266 JHG white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
174,869 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y266 JHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y266 JHG was last recorded at 174,869 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,717 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
152 miles
Average per year
6,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,869 miles
  • 2025 – 170,529 miles
  • 2024 – 166,010 miles
  • 2023 – 160,025 miles
  • 2022 – 154,567 miles
  • 2021 – 151,273 miles
  • 2020 – 149,888 miles
  • 2019 – 147,132 miles
  • 2018 – 135,477 miles
  • 2017 – 120,016 miles
  • 2016 – 109,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,869 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded 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, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,869 miles (+152)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    174,869 miles
    Test number
    176261071948
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Fail174,717 miles (+4,188)4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,717 miles
    Test number
    742847457222
    • 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 (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass170,529 miles (+102)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    170,529 miles
    Test number
    640511422278
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail170,427 miles (+4,417)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,427 miles
    Test number
    682089651553
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass166,010 miles (+5,985)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    166,010 miles
    Test number
    814763560437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorated

  6. Pass160,025 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,025 miles
    Test number
    647112087545
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail160,025 miles (+5,458)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,025 miles
    Test number
    326776201309
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,567 miles (+3,294)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    154,567 miles
    Test number
    797365374683
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and offside outer casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass151,273 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,273 miles
    Test number
    755527984837
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and offside outer casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail151,273 miles (+1,385)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,273 miles
    Test number
    819725753562
    • Repaired at testOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and offside outer casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass149,888 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    149,888 miles
    Test number
    905339722558
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail149,888 miles (+2,756)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,888 miles
    Test number
    346733087652
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill panel's (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass147,132 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    147,132 miles
    Test number
    271718294063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail147,098 miles (+11,621)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,098 miles
    Test number
    703316153991
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass135,477 miles (+15,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,477 miles
    Test number
    456263443292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass120,016 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    454322350983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,981 miles (+9,996)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,981 miles
    Test number
    915271644397
    • FailureBraking system leaking master cylinder (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  18. Pass109,985 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    109,985 miles
    Test number
    396307848840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,982 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,982 miles
    Test number
    135850490179
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about Y266 JHG

Does Y266 JHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y266 JHG is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y266 JHG?
The MOT on Y266 JHG is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y266 JHG done?
Y266 JHG was recorded at 174,869 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,430 miles a year.
Has Y266 JHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y266 JHG has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y266 JHG 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 Y266 JHG find?
Y266 JHG passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 10 more.

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