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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y288 HMYMOT history

Y288 HMY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

Y288 HMY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
180,386 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 HMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 HMY was last recorded at 180,386 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,385 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,386 miles
  • 2025 – 178,662 miles
  • 2024 – 176,309 miles
  • 2023 – 173,849 miles
  • 2022 – 171,058 miles
  • 2021 – 167,073 miles
  • 2020 – 162,643 miles
  • 2019 – 160,620 miles
  • 2018 – 156,682 miles
  • 2017 – 152,113 miles
  • 2016 – 146,913 miles
  • 2015 – 140,285 miles
  • 2014 – 134,626 miles
  • 2013 – 130,009 miles
  • 2012 – 126,766 miles
  • 2011 – 121,320 miles
  • 2010 – 111,649 miles
  • 2009 – 101,704 miles
  • 2008 – 95,865 miles
  • 2007 – 90,051 miles
  • 2006 – 64,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,386 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors/chassis have surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,386 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    180,386 miles
    Test number
    226752826567
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors/chassis have surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,385 miles (+1,723)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,385 miles
    Test number
    949459925800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arm mounts and inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm mounts and inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors/chassis have surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    178,662 miles
    Test number
    765324381760
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion

  4. Fail178,662 miles (+2,353)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,662 miles
    Test number
    731694918932
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion

  5. Pass176,309 miles (+2,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    176,309 miles
    Test number
    161844340995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass173,849 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    173,849 miles
    Test number
    545806116431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass171,058 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    171,058 miles
    Test number
    649808659638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail171,036 miles (+3,963)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,036 miles
    Test number
    333675605727
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass167,073 miles (+4,430)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    167,073 miles
    Test number
    807697929962
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass162,643 miles (+2,023)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    162,643 miles
    Test number
    332368200337
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass160,620 miles (+3,938)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,620 miles
    Test number
    849972078585
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear on inner tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass156,682 miles (+4,569)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    156,682 miles
    Test number
    984533060563
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  13. Pass152,113 miles (+5,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    152,113 miles
    Test number
    451484340269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass146,913 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,913 miles
    Test number
    141341876140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass140,285 miles (+5,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    140,285 miles
    Test number
    656979238085
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass134,626 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    134,626 miles
    Test number
    177355954286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,009 miles (+3,243)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,009 miles
    Test number
    356504763247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass126,766 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    126,766 miles
    Test number
    387605052297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail126,766 miles (+5,446)3 dangerous3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,766 miles
    Test number
    437255852289
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousParking brake lever is fouling adjacent parts of the vehicle (3.1.6b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil low

  20. Pass121,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    376037351470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,320 miles (+9,671)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    976557551228
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass111,649 miles (+9,945)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    111,649 miles
    Test number
    352947110408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,704 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,704 miles
    Test number
    370165529293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,865 miles (+5,814)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,865 miles
    Test number
    350940108284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass90,051 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    90,051 miles
    Test number
    173540757261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,032 miles (+6,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,032 miles
    Test number
    764416637242
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

  27. Pass83,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    710817067058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail83,712 miles (+19,145)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    382176267042
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass64,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,567 miles
    Test number
    350706566071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 HMY

Does Y288 HMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y288 HMY is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y288 HMY?
The MOT on Y288 HMY is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y288 HMY done?
Y288 HMY was recorded at 180,386 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,620 miles a year.
Has Y288 HMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 HMY has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y288 HMY 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 Y288 HMY find?
Y288 HMY passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors/chassis have surface corrosion.

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