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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y268 XSSMOT history

Y268 XSS is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 167,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

Y268 XSS red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
167,124 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 XSS was last recorded at 167,124 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 11,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Oct 2006: 88,917 miles, lower than 174,599 miles on 16 May 2006.

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
155,256 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,124 miles
  • 2024 – 155,256 miles
  • 2022 – 155,239 miles
  • 2021 – 153,932 miles
  • 2020 – 150,608 miles
  • 2019 – 144,793 miles
  • 2018 – 143,371 miles
  • 2016 – 139,240 miles
  • 2015 – 134,726 miles
  • 2014 – 127,649 miles
  • 2013 – 123,114 miles
  • 2012 – 115,704 miles
  • 2011 – 112,746 miles
  • 2010 – 109,262 miles
  • 2009 – 104,024 miles
  • 2008 – 99,972 miles
  • 2007 – 93,379 miles
  • 2006 – 88,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,124 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,124 miles (+11,868)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    167,124 miles
    Test number
    933613863761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,256 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    155,256 miles
    Test number
    706428939099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail155,239 miles (+1,307)17 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,239 miles
    Test number
    135741944912
    • MajorBrake cable damaged FRONT BRAKE CABLE (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested no history cam belt change (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded LONG (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded SHORT TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 12" SHOCK MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded LONG (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded SHORT TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION O/S/REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTING
    • AdvisoryIN MY OPINION VEHICLE VERY CORRODED IN CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS
    • AdvisoryN/S/FRONT OUTER SILL EXCESSIVE CORROSION BUT NOT WITHIN A PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back to flexi to compensator corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass153,932 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    153,932 miles
    Test number
    682256205051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  5. Fail153,919 miles (+3,311)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,919 miles
    Test number
    863540750112
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  6. Pass150,608 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    150,608 miles
    Test number
    671385909071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront /rear spension corroded

  7. Fail150,607 miles (+5,814)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,607 miles
    Test number
    518616478765
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront /rear spension corroded

  8. Pass144,793 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    144,793 miles
    Test number
    740983004384
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe joining ferrules rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake back plate corroded but secure

  9. Fail144,790 miles (+1,419)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,790 miles
    Test number
    814714055702
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nearside rear inner sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe joining ferrules rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake back plate corroded but secure

  10. Pass143,371 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    143,371 miles
    Test number
    170987389518
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded from brake load sensing valve to nearside rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail143,371 miles (+4,131)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,371 miles
    Test number
    901383284118
    • FailureExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded from brake load sensing valve to nearside rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass139,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    139,240 miles
    Test number
    690037211023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded On caliper (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail139,240 miles (+4,514)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,240 miles
    Test number
    870844288452
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded On caliper (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass134,726 miles (+7,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,726 miles
    Test number
    451835069393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass127,649 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    127,649 miles
    Test number
    945031484297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail127,628 miles (+4,514)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,628 miles
    Test number
    336115474457
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass123,114 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    123,114 miles
    Test number
    659088483249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,704 miles (+2,958)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,704 miles
    Test number
    139066272239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,746 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    112,746 miles
    Test number
    109918271213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass109,262 miles (+5,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    693588980268
    • NoteBoth front brake discs heavily corroded on inner surfaces
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering rack

  21. Pass104,024 miles (+4,052)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    104,024 miles
    Test number
    324917999265
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePlay in n/s tie rod
    • NotePlay in o/s tie rod

  22. Pass99,972 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,972 miles
    Test number
    630990398230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,949 miles (+6,570)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,949 miles
    Test number
    364138588211
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass93,379 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    370603587472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Fail93,354 miles (+4,437)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,354 miles
    Test number
    642559677225
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass88,917 miles (-85,682)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    88,917 miles
    Test number
    623184506382
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSlight deflection on front brakes †inbalance at maximum allowance of 25%

  27. Pass174,599 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    174,599 miles
    Test number
    934366936119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail174,598 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,598 miles
    Test number
    203035036129
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about Y268 XSS

Does Y268 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y268 XSS is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y268 XSS?
The MOT on Y268 XSS is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y268 XSS done?
Y268 XSS was recorded at 167,124 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025.
Has Y268 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 XSS has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y268 XSS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y268 XSS find?
Y268 XSS passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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