Volkswagen Transporter
Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc
Y286 AOCMOT history
Y286 AOC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 238,429 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 30 Aug 2026
- Mileage
- 238,429 mi
- At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 19 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 3,315 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y286 AOC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 30 Jul 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Aug 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y286 AOC was last recorded at 238,429 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 8,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 230,263 miles · 7 Aug 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 8,166 miles
- Average per year
- 3,315 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 238,429 miles
- 2024 – 230,263 miles
- 2023 – 222,346 miles
- 2022 – 218,879 miles
- 2021 – 216,163 miles
- 2020 – 213,141 miles
- 2019 – 206,664 miles
- 2018 – 198,254 miles
- 2017 – 192,295 miles
- 2015 – 191,865 miles
- 2014 – 191,409 miles
- 2013 – 190,572 miles
- 2012 – 190,275 miles
- 2011 – 188,752 miles
- 2010 – 187,811 miles
- 2009 – 186,623 miles
- 2008 – 184,883 miles
- 2007 – 182,785 miles
- 2006 – 175,171 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass238,429 miles
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both inner tie rods (2.3 (a) (i))
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.
FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD INSICURE
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Horn not working
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
26 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass238,429 miles (+8,166)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 238,429 miles
- Test number
- 362920546405
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both inner tie rods (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass230,263 miles (+7,917)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 230,263 miles
- Test number
- 997292615693
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass222,346 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 222,346 miles
- Test number
- 101603924149
- AdvisoryFUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD INSICURE
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail222,344 miles (+2)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,344 miles
- Test number
- 603001642323
- MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD INSICURE
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER AND INNER SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail222,342 miles (+3,463)5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,342 miles
- Test number
- 167146230046
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHEAT SHIELD NEER FUEL TANK LOOSE
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass218,879 miles (+2,716)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 218,879 miles
- Test number
- 444669648025
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryInner track rod arms
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass216,163 miles (+3,022)
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2022
- Odometer
- 216,163 miles
- Test number
- 822997943126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass213,141 miles (+6,477)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 213,141 miles
- Test number
- 193342544188
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to legal limit
Pass206,664 miles (+8,410)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 206,664 miles
- Test number
- 848459164519
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass198,254 miles (+5,959)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 198,254 miles
- Test number
- 838677751507
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass192,295 miles (+430)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 192,295 miles
- Test number
- 440902463448
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside
Pass191,865 miles (+456)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 191,865 miles
- Test number
- 698208195646
- AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
Pass191,409 miles (+837)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 191,409 miles
- Test number
- 506227374282
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteExhaust rear section heavily corroded.
- NoteRear springs heavily rusted.
Pass190,572 miles (+297)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 190,572 miles
- Test number
- 996527203218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass190,275 miles (+40)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 190,275 miles
- Test number
- 357470202244
- NoteExhaust tail box corroded
Fail190,235 miles (+1,483)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,235 miles
- Test number
- 377952392193
- FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- NoteExhaust tail box corroded
Pass188,752 miles (+941)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 188,752 miles
- Test number
- 768691901290
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass187,811 miles (+1,188)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 187,811 miles
- Test number
- 534433390161
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Fail186,623 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,623 miles
- Test number
- 292159989495
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Pass186,623 miles (+1,740)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 186,623 miles
- Test number
- 650099889154
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Fail184,883 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,883 miles
- Test number
- 774640418243
- Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
Pass184,883 miles (+2,098)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 184,883 miles
- Test number
- 912950318202
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass182,785 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 182,785 miles
- Test number
- 592826407230
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail182,785 miles (+7,614)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,785 miles
- Test number
- 853986107276
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass175,171 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 175,171 miles
- Test number
- 354579506297
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail175,171 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,171 miles
- Test number
- 440659206271
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Questions about Y286 AOC
- Does Y286 AOC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y286 AOC expired on 30 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y286 AOC?
- The MOT on Y286 AOC expired on 30 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y286 AOC done?
- Y286 AOC was recorded at 238,429 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 3,315 miles a year.
- Has Y286 AOC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y286 AOC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
- Has the mileage on Y286 AOC 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 Y286 AOC find?
- Y286 AOC passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both inner tie rods.
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