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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y273 LODMOT history

Y273 LOD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 274,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

Y273 LOD blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
274,170 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
9,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 LOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 LOD was last recorded at 274,170 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
273,904 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
266 miles
Average per year
9,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 274,170 miles
  • 2024 – 267,673 miles
  • 2023 – 264,519 miles
  • 2021 – 261,150 miles
  • 2020 – 256,950 miles
  • 2019 – 250,941 miles
  • 2018 – 247,676 miles
  • 2017 – 243,667 miles
  • 2016 – 235,522 miles
  • 2015 – 227,880 miles
  • 2014 – 219,177 miles
  • 2013 – 211,864 miles
  • 2012 – 207,994 miles
  • 2011 – 181,597 miles
  • 2010 – 163,255 miles
  • 2009 – 151,753 miles
  • 2008 – 141,841 miles
  • 2007 – 120,487 miles
  • 2006 – 97,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,170 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear door step corroded

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 engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,170 miles (+266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    274,170 miles
    Test number
    354958679691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear door step corroded
  2. Fail273,904 miles (+6,231)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,904 miles
    Test number
    208096456419
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rear door step corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass267,673 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    267,673 miles
    Test number
    395533759625
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear slight corrosion) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heatshield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (perishing in tread) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (Shock absorber mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test (Rear row)
  4. Fail267,673 miles (+19)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,673 miles
    Test number
    856207832753
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear slight corrosion) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heatshield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (perishing in tread) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (Shock absorber mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test (Rear row)
  5. Fail267,654 miles (+3,135)5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,654 miles
    Test number
    104519235783
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (Front hose from compensator to lower arm) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (perished) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill - not considered structural for MOT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (wear on edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (cracking in tread) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test (Rear)
  6. Pass264,519 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    264,519 miles
    Test number
    724131450508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail264,401 miles (+3,251)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,401 miles
    Test number
    822630015405
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount/jacking point inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount/jacking point inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass261,150 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    261,150 miles
    Test number
    176918270007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shields loose
  9. Fail261,131 miles (+29)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,131 miles
    Test number
    966766349077
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shields loose
  10. Fail261,102 miles (+4,152)13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,102 miles
    Test number
    650793205355
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shields insecure
  11. Pass256,950 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    256,950 miles
    Test number
    333441214148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corrosion under side loading door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light illuminated
  12. Fail256,946 miles (+6,005)1 dangerous6 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,946 miles
    Test number
    740936091713
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visor not staying in up position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corrosion under side loading door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slack adjuster slightly seized
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light illuminated
  13. Pass250,941 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    250,941 miles
    Test number
    601618580627
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not exsessive
  14. Fail250,941 miles (+15)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,941 miles
    Test number
    484029364820
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
  15. Fail250,926 miles (+3,250)1 dangerous10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,926 miles
    Test number
    407133078502
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure and is blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front backing plate rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
  16. Pass247,676 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    247,676 miles
    Test number
    908186243894
    • AdvisoryBrake pad indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Inner arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Inner arch (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail247,674 miles (+4,007)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,674 miles
    Test number
    887391725107
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Leaking at catalytic convertor (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort Parking brake (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Inner arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Inner arch (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass243,667 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    243,667 miles
    Test number
    636028928662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded and rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre damaged but cords not exposed
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail243,631 miles (+8,109)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,631 miles
    Test number
    301458726011
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun visor does not stay up (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded and rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass235,522 miles (+7,642)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    235,522 miles
    Test number
    905647009329
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  21. Pass227,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    227,880 miles
    Test number
    476987525160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Fail227,880 miles (+8,703)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,880 miles
    Test number
    826737925175
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  23. Pass219,177 miles (+7,313)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    219,177 miles
    Test number
    379589034154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass211,864 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    211,864 miles
    Test number
    208742623161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front rack end has slight play
  25. Fail211,864 miles (+3,870)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,864 miles
    Test number
    798422223197
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front rack end has slight play
  26. Pass207,994 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    207,994 miles
    Test number
    947862642130
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn uneven
  27. Fail207,994 miles (+26,397)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,994 miles
    Test number
    899182042164
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn uneven
  28. Pass181,597 miles (+18,342)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    181,597 miles
    Test number
    739719221122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass163,255 miles (+11,502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    163,255 miles
    Test number
    893374620149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass151,753 miles (+9,912)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    151,753 miles
    Test number
    793725829194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass141,841 miles (+21,354)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    141,841 miles
    Test number
    942668948105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail120,487 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,487 miles
    Test number
    760351457156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  33. Pass120,487 miles (+23,188)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    120,487 miles
    Test number
    962171457109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass97,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    97,299 miles
    Test number
    793757076133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y273 LOD

Does Y273 LOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y273 LOD is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y273 LOD?
The MOT on Y273 LOD is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y273 LOD done?
Y273 LOD was recorded at 274,170 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 9,073 miles a year.
Has Y273 LOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 LOD has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y273 LOD 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 LOD find?
Y273 LOD passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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