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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y273 BGDMOT history

Y273 BGD is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 212,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

Y273 BGD green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
212,191 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 BGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 BGD was last recorded at 212,191 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,427 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,764 miles
Average per year
8,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 212,191 miles
  • 2024 – 210,427 miles
  • 2023 – 207,226 miles
  • 2022 – 203,566 miles
  • 2021 – 199,571 miles
  • 2020 – 196,529 miles
  • 2019 – 193,634 miles
  • 2018 – 191,825 miles
  • 2017 – 188,965 miles
  • 2016 – 183,986 miles
  • 2015 – 181,079 miles
  • 2014 – 181,016 miles
  • 2013 – 172,416 miles
  • 2012 – 152,034 miles
  • 2011 – 133,803 miles
  • 2010 – 112,532 miles
  • 2009 – 93,950 miles
  • 2008 – 78,251 miles
  • 2007 – 61,745 miles
  • 2006 – 43,060 miles
  • 2005 – 41,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,191 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,191 miles (+1,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    212,191 miles
    Test number
    106570335846
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass210,427 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    210,427 miles
    Test number
    260704851425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass207,226 miles (+3,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    207,226 miles
    Test number
    999262240935
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass203,566 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    203,566 miles
    Test number
    563438861084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass199,571 miles (+3,042)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    199,571 miles
    Test number
    363266619286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass196,529 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    196,529 miles
    Test number
    928199034298
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail196,529 miles (+2,895)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,529 miles
    Test number
    249885478409
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass193,634 miles (+1,809)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    193,634 miles
    Test number
    631149367039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass191,825 miles (+2,860)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    191,825 miles
    Test number
    768853294587
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass188,965 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    188,965 miles
    Test number
    147030886513
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNS Rear shock damp
    • AdvisoryOS Rear disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOS Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight movement in steering wheel joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering arms
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  11. Fail188,963 miles (+4,977)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,963 miles
    Test number
    827817024384
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNS Rear shock damp
    • AdvisoryOS Rear disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOS Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight movement in steering wheel joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering arms
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  12. Pass183,986 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    183,986 miles
    Test number
    890467724384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Fail183,984 miles (+2,905)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,984 miles
    Test number
    270953927404
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass181,079 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    181,079 miles
    Test number
    692880097973
    • AdvisorySlight exh leak.

  15. Pass181,016 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    181,016 miles
    Test number
    206212444388
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has pin hole in outter side wall 245/40/18

  16. Fail181,016 miles (+8,600)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,016 miles
    Test number
    279922244364
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has pin hole in outter side wall 245/40/18

  17. Pass172,416 miles (+20,382)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    172,416 miles
    Test number
    508286933219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,034 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    152,034 miles
    Test number
    175433622278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  19. Fail152,034 miles (+18,231)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,034 miles
    Test number
    956823822236
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  20. Pass133,803 miles (+21,271)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,803 miles
    Test number
    537674711218
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteGeneral corrosion around vehicle
    • NotePad warning light on
    • NotePlay in both steering rack inner joints
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack mounting bushes

  21. Pass112,532 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    112,532 miles
    Test number
    214134730410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,530 miles (+18,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,530 miles
    Test number
    753653430143
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass93,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    681268349151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,950 miles (+15,699)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    690897049149
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has perised causing cracks not to cords yet

  25. Pass78,251 miles (+16,506)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    931051068157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    662788957134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,745 miles (+18,685)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    270328657486
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  28. Pass43,060 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,060 miles
    Test number
    124818756185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    41,709 miles
    Test number
    362247545349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y273 BGD

Does Y273 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y273 BGD is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y273 BGD?
The MOT on Y273 BGD is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y273 BGD done?
Y273 BGD was recorded at 212,191 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 8,592 miles a year.
Has Y273 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 BGD has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on Y273 BGD 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 Y273 BGD find?
Y273 BGD passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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