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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y285 ORXMOT history

Y285 ORX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

Y285 ORX red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
133,249 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 ORX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 ORX was last recorded at 133,249 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 3,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,103 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,146 miles
Average per year
3,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,249 miles
  • 2025 – 130,103 miles
  • 2024 – 126,623 miles
  • 2023 – 123,123 miles
  • 2022 – 119,398 miles
  • 2021 – 115,001 miles
  • 2020 – 111,435 miles
  • 2019 – 106,548 miles
  • 2018 – 102,600 miles
  • 2017 – 98,247 miles
  • 2016 – 94,294 miles
  • 2015 – 91,502 miles
  • 2014 – 85,171 miles
  • 2012 – 83,730 miles
  • 2010 – 77,545 miles
  • 2009 – 74,955 miles
  • 2008 – 72,413 miles
  • 2007 – 69,568 miles
  • 2006 – 66,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,249 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,249 miles (+3,146)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    133,249 miles
    Test number
    290385643837
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass130,103 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    130,103 miles
    Test number
    396141002123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,623 miles
    Test number
    552300730704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,623 miles (+3,500)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,623 miles
    Test number
    379583263138
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,123 miles (+3,725)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    507076882513
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,398 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    734117738562
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail119,398 miles (+4,397)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    474612842512
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,001 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,001 miles
    Test number
    438802037838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,435 miles (+4,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,435 miles
    Test number
    241810009753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass106,548 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,548 miles
    Test number
    807251997143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,600 miles (+4,353)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,600 miles
    Test number
    247626011021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,247 miles (+3,953)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,247 miles
    Test number
    583251264646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    94,294 miles
    Test number
    522372266591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,294 miles (+2,792)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,294 miles
    Test number
    874338394982
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Fail91,502 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    828188665062
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass91,502 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    847048365070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,171 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,171 miles
    Test number
    259137004050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,730 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,730 miles
    Test number
    418796562462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,916 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    105159102060
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass80,916 miles (+3,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    159159102425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass77,545 miles (+2,590)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    77,545 miles
    Test number
    510897320348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass74,955 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    74,955 miles
    Test number
    903039629328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,413 miles (+2,845)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,413 miles
    Test number
    921104788219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,568 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,568 miles
    Test number
    970884377285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,842 miles
    Test number
    364158956492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 ORX

Does Y285 ORX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 ORX is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y285 ORX?
The MOT on Y285 ORX is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 ORX done?
Y285 ORX was recorded at 133,249 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,419 miles a year.
Has Y285 ORX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 ORX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y285 ORX 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 Y285 ORX find?
Y285 ORX passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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