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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y278 SLFMOT history

Y278 SLF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

Y278 SLF white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
187,878 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 SLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 SLF was last recorded at 187,878 miles on 23 May 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,864 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,878 miles
  • 2025 – 187,864 miles
  • 2024 – 187,692 miles
  • 2023 – 187,504 miles
  • 2022 – 186,047 miles
  • 2021 – 183,863 miles
  • 2020 – 183,231 miles
  • 2019 – 182,274 miles
  • 2018 – 180,901 miles
  • 2017 – 179,160 miles
  • 2016 – 176,420 miles
  • 2015 – 172,499 miles
  • 2014 – 166,535 miles
  • 2013 – 166,376 miles
  • 2012 – 158,982 miles
  • 2011 – 149,923 miles
  • 2010 – 143,285 miles
  • 2009 – 138,311 miles
  • 2008 – 129,955 miles
  • 2007 – 118,317 miles
  • 2006 – 102,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,878 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Both rear tyres scrubbed /perrished on sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front tyre scrubbed /perrished on sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,878 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,878 miles
    Test number
    486126297258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail187,864 miles (+172)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,864 miles
    Test number
    237104815863
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Disel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,692 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    187,692 miles
    Test number
    449408551262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass187,504 miles (+1,457)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    187,504 miles
    Test number
    510217500483
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass186,047 miles (+2,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    186,047 miles
    Test number
    203183610275
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass183,863 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    183,863 miles
    Test number
    234482394308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass183,231 miles (+957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,231 miles
    Test number
    356884798842
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass182,274 miles (+1,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    182,274 miles
    Test number
    266658969120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,901 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    180,901 miles
    Test number
    630490557858
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres scrubbed /perrished on sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbed /perrished on sidewall

  10. Fail180,898 miles (+109)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,898 miles
    Test number
    744107740318
    • FailureFuel system component leaking engine area (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres scrubbed /perrished on sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbed /perrished on sidewall

  11. Fail180,789 miles (+1,629)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,789 miles
    Test number
    899627666609
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow servo assistance very poor (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pump area (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass179,160 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    179,160 miles
    Test number
    771922676762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail179,121 miles (+2,701)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,121 miles
    Test number
    408885027448
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster fault (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass176,420 miles (+3,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    176,420 miles
    Test number
    421147889664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass172,499 miles (+5,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    172,499 miles
    Test number
    137828625048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass166,535 miles (+159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    166,535 miles
    Test number
    456638004099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail166,376 miles (+7,394)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,376 miles
    Test number
    229595163321
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail158,982 miles1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,982 miles
    Test number
    885284162392
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteBoth front wipers smudging
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  19. Pass158,982 miles (+9,059)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    158,982 miles
    Test number
    966244062308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteBoth front wipers smudging
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  20. Pass149,923 miles (+6,638)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    149,923 miles
    Test number
    237511821358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass143,285 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    143,285 miles
    Test number
    604531020395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass138,311 miles (+8,356)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    138,311 miles
    Test number
    484558029342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass129,955 miles (+11,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    129,955 miles
    Test number
    320630068208
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass118,317 miles (+15,821)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    118,317 miles
    Test number
    583707057262
    • NoteBoth rear shock bushs slightly worn

  25. Pass102,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    102,496 miles
    Test number
    404293596253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 SLF

Does Y278 SLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y278 SLF is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y278 SLF?
The MOT on Y278 SLF is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y278 SLF done?
Y278 SLF was recorded at 187,878 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 4,359 miles a year.
Has Y278 SLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 SLF has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y278 SLF 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 Y278 SLF find?
Y278 SLF passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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