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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple and Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y268 HCXMOT history

Y268 HCX is a purple and silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 195,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2024.

Y268 HCX purple Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2025
Mileage
195,241 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 HCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 HCX was last recorded at 195,241 miles on 3 Aug 2024, 1,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,110 miles · 3 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,131 miles
Average per year
5,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 195,241 miles
  • 2023 – 194,110 miles
  • 2022 – 191,417 miles
  • 2021 – 188,140 miles
  • 2019 – 181,611 miles
  • 2018 – 177,956 miles
  • 2017 – 176,805 miles
  • 2016 – 176,779 miles
  • 2015 – 171,148 miles
  • 2014 – 163,044 miles
  • 2013 – 151,094 miles
  • 2012 – 143,184 miles
  • 2011 – 132,756 miles
  • 2010 – 128,390 miles
  • 2009 – 123,998 miles
  • 2008 – 118,787 miles
  • 2007 – 105,734 miles
  • 2006 – 92,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,241 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    195,241 miles
    Test number
    796612391183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  2. Fail195,241 miles (+1,131)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,241 miles
    Test number
    540835645602
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  3. Pass194,110 miles (+2,693)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    194,110 miles
    Test number
    994857467135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass191,417 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    191,417 miles
    Test number
    405556240423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass188,140 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    188,140 miles
    Test number
    205786520168
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail188,135 miles (+6,524)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,135 miles
    Test number
    919857404407
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass181,611 miles (+3,655)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    181,611 miles
    Test number
    363920063310
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corrosion (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corrosion (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass177,956 miles (+264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    177,956 miles
    Test number
    313731821867
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge
  9. Fail177,692 miles (+887)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,692 miles
    Test number
    923109471633
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge
  10. Pass176,805 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    176,805 miles
    Test number
    407279418426
    • AdvisoryAdvise indicator stalk slightly faulty on right side.
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rack end/Tie rod end. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake low effort.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake low effort.
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  11. Pass176,779 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    176,779 miles
    Test number
    525170454212
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake dustsheilds corroding
  12. Fail176,775 miles (+5,627)3 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,775 miles
    Test number
    750870740132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake dustsheilds corroding
  13. Pass171,148 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    171,148 miles
    Test number
    340963090354
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack rods
  14. Fail171,147 miles (+8,103)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,147 miles
    Test number
    725769283234
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not checked due to exhaust
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack rods
  15. Pass163,044 miles9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,044 miles
    Test number
    135655944219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s sliding door lower bracket broken but can be secured in closed position
    • NoteUnable to open rear doors no key available
  16. Fail163,044 miles (+11,950)13 failures11 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,044 miles
    Test number
    956315644221
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s sliding door lower bracket broken but can be secured in closed position
    • NoteUnable to open rear doors no key available
    • NoteWiper blades splitting
  17. Pass151,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    151,094 miles
    Test number
    448044573016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail151,093 miles (+7,909)1 dangerous7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,093 miles
    Test number
    679704573088
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Pass143,184 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    143,184 miles
    Test number
    528432572064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  20. Fail143,184 miles (+10,428)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,184 miles
    Test number
    335222172078
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Fail132,756 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,756 miles
    Test number
    105213471471
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass132,756 miles (+4,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    132,756 miles
    Test number
    896703371088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass128,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    128,390 miles
    Test number
    540734170049
    • NoteFt tyres cracking outer walls
  24. Fail128,390 miles (+4,392)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,390 miles
    Test number
    684574070098
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFT tyres cracking outer walls
  25. Pass123,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    123,998 miles
    Test number
    372643369038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail123,998 miles (+5,211)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,998 miles
    Test number
    144175459095
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
  27. Pass118,787 miles (+13,053)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    118,787 miles
    Test number
    453277658090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass105,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    451991467053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,734 miles (+13,299)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    823401867089
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass92,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    92,435 miles
    Test number
    230420466038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,435 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,435 miles
    Test number
    314970066077
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about Y268 HCX

Does Y268 HCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y268 HCX expired on 2 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y268 HCX?
The MOT on Y268 HCX expired on 2 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y268 HCX done?
Y268 HCX was recorded at 195,241 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2024, an average of 5,579 miles a year.
Has Y268 HCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 HCX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y268 HCX 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 Y268 HCX find?
Y268 HCX passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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