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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y273 MCDMOT history

Y273 MCD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 205,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

Y273 MCD blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
205,720 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 MCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 MCD was last recorded at 205,720 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,150 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
570 miles
Average per year
5,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,720 miles
  • 2025 – 205,150 miles
  • 2024 – 203,223 miles
  • 2023 – 201,973 miles
  • 2022 – 200,530 miles
  • 2021 – 198,302 miles
  • 2020 – 196,633 miles
  • 2019 – 192,333 miles
  • 2018 – 187,501 miles
  • 2017 – 184,781 miles
  • 2016 – 181,123 miles
  • 2015 – 176,385 miles
  • 2014 – 172,804 miles
  • 2013 – 167,509 miles
  • 2011 – 162,221 miles
  • 2010 – 160,231 miles
  • 2009 – 151,937 miles
  • 2008 – 142,081 miles
  • 2007 – 124,612 miles
  • 2006 – 112,757 miles
  • 2005 – 96,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,720 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise All previous welding has been Undersealed
  • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to NSF and OSF Outriggers to front of Vehicle but is not by a structural part and is acceptable
  • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to NSF and OSF inner sills but is not by a structural part
  • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to Rear Cross member by Towbar mounts but is excessive enough that the Towbar is likely to fall off
  • AdvisoryAdvise Surface Corrosion to underbody but is not holed at This time
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise Outer sill has corrosion but is not by a structural part

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 Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,720 miles (+570)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    205,720 miles
    Test number
    917944815576
    • AdvisoryAdvise All previous welding has been Undersealed
    • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to NSF and OSF Outriggers to front of Vehicle but is not by a structural part and is acceptable
    • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to NSF and OSF inner sills but is not by a structural part
    • AdvisoryAdvise Corrosion to Rear Cross member by Towbar mounts but is excessive enough that the Towbar is likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryAdvise Surface Corrosion to underbody but is not holed at This time
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise Outer sill has corrosion but is not by a structural part

  2. Pass205,150 miles (+1,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    205,150 miles
    Test number
    745361488424
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body crosoion

  3. Pass203,223 miles (+1,250)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    203,223 miles
    Test number
    673839677392
    • AdvisoryBOTH INNER SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass201,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    201,973 miles
    Test number
    936301430373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail201,973 miles (+1,443)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,973 miles
    Test number
    361825344309
    • Repaired at testTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass200,530 miles (+2,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    200,530 miles
    Test number
    349201893683
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass198,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    198,302 miles
    Test number
    345212249873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail198,302 miles (+1,669)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,302 miles
    Test number
    767555662283
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass196,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    196,633 miles
    Test number
    177376189201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail196,633 miles (+4,300)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,633 miles
    Test number
    367581248457
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low WILL NOT ADJUST (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • 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))

  11. Pass192,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    192,333 miles
    Test number
    162491373280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail192,333 miles (+4,832)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,333 miles
    Test number
    856748478955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass187,501 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    187,501 miles
    Test number
    707893089672
    • AdvisoryFront TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail187,501 miles (+2,720)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,501 miles
    Test number
    609853457290
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass184,781 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    184,781 miles
    Test number
    771364940951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail184,259 miles (+2)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,259 miles
    Test number
    677289430163
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail184,257 miles (+3,134)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,257 miles
    Test number
    654782215015
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake return spring broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass181,123 miles (+4,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    181,123 miles
    Test number
    240020387066
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Pass176,385 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    176,385 miles
    Test number
    465421475084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing
    • NoteOffside front alloy wheel repaired

  20. Fail176,385 miles (+3,581)7 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,385 miles
    Test number
    676519265058
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing
    • NoteOffside front alloy wheel repaired

  21. Pass172,804 miles (+5,295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    172,804 miles
    Test number
    259520074004
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass167,509 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    167,509 miles
    Test number
    306961303197
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail167,509 miles (+5,288)6 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,509 miles
    Test number
    706311803177
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass162,221 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    162,221 miles
    Test number
    375424511318
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail162,221 miles (+1,990)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,221 miles
    Test number
    296322511348
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass160,231 miles (+4)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    160,231 miles
    Test number
    130913610385
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s o/s front tyres slightly perished
    • NoteN/s wiper slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded and worn

  27. Fail160,227 miles (+8,290)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,227 miles
    Test number
    674392310386
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteN/s o/s front tyres slightly perished
    • NoteN/s wiper slightly deteriorated

  28. Pass151,937 miles (+9,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    151,937 miles
    Test number
    472376109364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail142,081 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,081 miles
    Test number
    382827998282
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass142,081 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    142,081 miles
    Test number
    794097298207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  31. Fail142,080 miles (+17,468)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,080 miles
    Test number
    911371398213
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  32. Pass124,612 miles (+11,855)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    124,612 miles
    Test number
    923941487256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass112,757 miles (+16,746)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    112,757 miles
    Test number
    831093506379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail96,011 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    104597585266
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  35. Pass96,011 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    720727785267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads low

Questions about Y273 MCD

Does Y273 MCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y273 MCD is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y273 MCD?
The MOT on Y273 MCD is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y273 MCD done?
Y273 MCD was recorded at 205,720 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 5,310 miles a year.
Has Y273 MCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 MCD has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y273 MCD 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 MCD find?
Y273 MCD passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: advise all previous welding has been undersealed; advise corrosion to nsf and osf outriggers to front of vehicle but is not by a structural part and is acceptable; advise corrosion to nsf and osf inner sills but is not by a structural part, and 3 more.

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