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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y271 RVMMOT history

Y271 RVM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 229,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

Y271 RVM red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
229,932 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 RVM
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
8 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 RVM was last recorded at 229,932 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,727 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
205 miles
Average per year
4,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,932 miles
  • 2025 – 222,202 miles
  • 2024 – 216,598 miles
  • 2023 – 212,552 miles
  • 2022 – 207,406 miles
  • 2021 – 202,092 miles
  • 2020 – 199,432 miles
  • 2019 – 196,937 miles
  • 2018 – 192,999 miles
  • 2017 – 191,048 miles
  • 2016 – 187,292 miles
  • 2015 – 181,984 miles
  • 2014 – 179,786 miles
  • 2013 – 176,424 miles
  • 2012 – 172,475 miles
  • 2011 – 166,289 miles
  • 2010 – 160,304 miles
  • 2009 – 152,310 miles
  • 2008 – 144,185 miles
  • 2006 – 133,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,932 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside mid pipe under floor (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll welding repairs covered in under body shultz

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded o/s n/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass229,932 miles (+205)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    229,932 miles
    Test number
    940479413742
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside mid pipe under floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll welding repairs covered in under body shultz
  2. Fail229,727 miles (+7,525)13 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,727 miles
    Test number
    458765932247
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced mid full outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner front of lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mid floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated to brake caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass222,202 miles (+11)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    222,202 miles
    Test number
    168639801020
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNs os inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded
  4. Fail222,191 miles (+5,593)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,191 miles
    Test number
    315460504888
    • MajorFront Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNs os inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded
  5. Pass216,598 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    216,598 miles
    Test number
    621487161040
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s n/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s/f sills slightly corroded
  6. Fail216,598 miles (+4,046)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,598 miles
    Test number
    989238048108
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low o/s n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure o/s n/s (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s n/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s/f sills slightly corroded
  7. Pass212,552 miles (+166)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    212,552 miles
    Test number
    829247119696
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to mid sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember
  8. Fail212,386 miles (+4,980)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,386 miles
    Test number
    712393902651
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high o/s n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s n/s from flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s front to mid sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember slightly corroded
  9. Pass207,406 miles (+5,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    207,406 miles
    Test number
    169718667953
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s sills slightly corroded
  10. Pass202,092 miles (+2,660)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    202,092 miles
    Test number
    427471061677
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass199,432 miles (+2,495)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    199,432 miles
    Test number
    650925365371
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass196,937 miles (+3,938)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    196,937 miles
    Test number
    939776902857
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass192,999 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    192,999 miles
    Test number
    252091628054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass191,048 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    191,048 miles
    Test number
    716837938800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass187,292 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    187,292 miles
    Test number
    946656682695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail187,291 miles (+5,307)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,291 miles
    Test number
    647349655339
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened front to rear (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking no 1 injector (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass181,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    181,984 miles
    Test number
    527966005194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Fail181,984 miles (+2,198)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,984 miles
    Test number
    608586705122
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass179,786 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    179,786 miles
    Test number
    845463234135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass176,424 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    176,424 miles
    Test number
    327015633145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass172,475 miles (+6,186)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    172,475 miles
    Test number
    237561132455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass166,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    166,289 miles
    Test number
    559061431187
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
  23. Fail166,289 miles (+5,985)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,289 miles
    Test number
    819211431114
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
  24. Pass160,304 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    160,304 miles
    Test number
    261162530130
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • NoteOffside steering rack bushes slightly worn
  25. Fail160,303 miles (+7,993)16 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,303 miles
    Test number
    401312330144
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • NoteOffside steering rack bushes slightly worn
  26. Pass152,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    152,310 miles
    Test number
    840156239163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail152,310 miles (+8,125)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,310 miles
    Test number
    303826539173
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  28. Pass144,185 miles (+10,970)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    144,185 miles
    Test number
    771187028142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass133,215 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    133,215 miles
    Test number
    244486696236
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront exhaust has bandage repair
  30. Fail133,210 miles1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,210 miles
    Test number
    850546696258
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about Y271 RVM

Does Y271 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y271 RVM is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y271 RVM?
The MOT on Y271 RVM is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y271 RVM done?
Y271 RVM was recorded at 229,932 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,888 miles a year.
Has Y271 RVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 RVM has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y271 RVM 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 Y271 RVM find?
Y271 RVM passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside mid pipe under floor; coil spring corroded nearside and offside rear, and 5 more.

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