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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y291 FBKMOT history

Y291 FBK is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 246,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2025.

Y291 FBK yellow Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2026
Mileage
246,417 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 FBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 FBK was last recorded at 246,417 miles on 28 Aug 2025, 1,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2022: 243,623 miles, lower than 243,910 miles on 13 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
244,942 miles · 11 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,475 miles
Average per year
7,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 246,417 miles
  • 2024 – 244,942 miles
  • 2023 – 244,164 miles
  • 2022 – 243,623 miles
  • 2021 – 242,800 miles
  • 2019 – 239,902 miles
  • 2018 – 236,796 miles
  • 2017 – 233,357 miles
  • 2016 – 229,685 miles
  • 2014 – 224,556 miles
  • 2013 – 220,838 miles
  • 2012 – 217,714 miles
  • 2011 – 204,573 miles
  • 2010 – 185,523 miles
  • 2009 – 163,121 miles
  • 2008 – 139,667 miles
  • 2007 – 117,131 miles
  • 2006 – 98,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,417 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner wheel arch's

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass246,417 miles (+1,475)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    246,417 miles
    Test number
    208371496796
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass244,942 miles (+12)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    244,942 miles
    Test number
    448243791668
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from engine bay possible injector blow by (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail244,930 miles (+766)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,930 miles
    Test number
    670091539956
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength area chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from engine bay possible injector blow by (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass244,164 miles (+541)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    244,164 miles
    Test number
    293810863004
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONTS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner wheel arch's (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass243,623 miles (-287)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    243,623 miles
    Test number
    300349636363
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR INNER WHEEL ARCH'S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail243,910 miles (+1,110)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,910 miles
    Test number
    885134068102
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTER & INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER / OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR INNER WHEEL ARCH'S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass242,800 miles (+2,898)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    242,800 miles
    Test number
    678566508036
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass239,902 miles (+3,106)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    239,902 miles
    Test number
    822002473387
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass236,796 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    236,796 miles
    Test number
    980905424829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints

  10. Fail236,783 miles (+3,426)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,783 miles
    Test number
    649241958657
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints

  11. Pass233,357 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    233,357 miles
    Test number
    881191136206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass229,685 miles (+5,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    229,685 miles
    Test number
    328147680535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass224,556 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    224,556 miles
    Test number
    126234754240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail224,555 miles (+3,717)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,555 miles
    Test number
    325621654455
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass220,838 miles (+3,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    220,838 miles
    Test number
    618119193193
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail217,714 miles2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,714 miles
    Test number
    336837382034
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear disc pitted
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  17. Pass217,714 miles (+13,141)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    217,714 miles
    Test number
    687007382049
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear disc pitted
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  18. Pass204,573 miles (+19,050)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    204,573 miles
    Test number
    457096261051
    • NoteNear side front wiper rubber split

  19. Pass185,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    185,523 miles
    Test number
    110551270064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail185,523 miles (+22,402)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,523 miles
    Test number
    612140170059
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass163,121 miles (+3)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    163,121 miles
    Test number
    384750879012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteVehicle jumped out of neutral when revved (potentialy dangerous)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape slightly

  22. Fail163,118 miles (+23,451)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,118 miles
    Test number
    673218369096
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteVehicle jumped out of neutral when revved (potentialy dangerous)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape slightly

  23. Pass139,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    139,667 miles
    Test number
    524170378045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail139,667 miles (+22,536)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,667 miles
    Test number
    173790778021
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass117,131 miles (+18,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    117,131 miles
    Test number
    982005667030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass98,309 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    98,309 miles
    Test number
    611466166041
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape slightly

Questions about Y291 FBK

Does Y291 FBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 FBK expired on 27 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 FBK?
The MOT on Y291 FBK expired on 27 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 FBK done?
Y291 FBK was recorded at 246,417 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2025, an average of 7,604 miles a year.
Has Y291 FBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 FBK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y291 FBK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y291 FBK find?
Y291 FBK passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch, and 7 more.

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