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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

Y291 ORXMOT history

Y291 ORX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 307,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

Y291 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
307,523 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 ORX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 ORX was last recorded at 307,523 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
307,471 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
10,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 307,523 miles
  • 2024 – 299,661 miles
  • 2023 – 294,100 miles
  • 2022 – 290,222 miles
  • 2021 – 287,427 miles
  • 2020 – 282,978 miles
  • 2019 – 276,960 miles
  • 2018 – 268,668 miles
  • 2017 – 260,898 miles
  • 2016 – 250,595 miles
  • 2015 – 233,312 miles
  • 2014 – 221,580 miles
  • 2013 – 211,470 miles
  • 2012 – 201,927 miles
  • 2011 – 191,203 miles
  • 2010 – 179,236 miles
  • 2009 – 162,069 miles
  • 2008 – 143,838 miles
  • 2007 – 125,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass307,523 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine bay/under covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass307,523 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    307,523 miles
    Test number
    313459092895
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail307,471 miles (+7,810)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    307,471 miles
    Test number
    930154176491
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill & central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass299,661 miles (+9)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    299,661 miles
    Test number
    622307346742
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Fail299,652 miles (+5,552)2 dangerous6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,652 miles
    Test number
    359896774400
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Pass294,100 miles (+3,878)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    294,100 miles
    Test number
    816906754543
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light and side light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  6. Pass290,222 miles (+2,795)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    290,222 miles
    Test number
    199445712381
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass287,427 miles (+4,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    287,427 miles
    Test number
    388726383501
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted

  8. Pass282,978 miles (+6,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    282,978 miles
    Test number
    928838142322
    • AdvisoryNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted

  9. Pass276,960 miles (+8,292)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    276,960 miles
    Test number
    737515381752
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted

  10. Pass268,668 miles (+7,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    268,668 miles
    Test number
    726174035483
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted

  11. Pass260,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    260,898 miles
    Test number
    986995477781
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail260,898 miles (+10,303)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,898 miles
    Test number
    646565369754
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass250,595 miles (+27)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    250,595 miles
    Test number
    963063778065
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  14. Fail250,568 miles (+17,256)9 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,568 miles
    Test number
    571919570730
    • FailureCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cataalyst section (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases directly connected to catalyst section before rear box (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Pass233,312 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    233,312 miles
    Test number
    741715725618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCan not see center brake pipes
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail233,296 miles (+11,716)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,296 miles
    Test number
    833463877270
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play As marked (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass221,580 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    221,580 miles
    Test number
    886162024333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail221,569 miles (+10,099)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,569 miles
    Test number
    509191914368
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass211,470 miles (+9,543)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    211,470 miles
    Test number
    448597313347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass201,927 miles (+10,724)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    201,927 miles
    Test number
    559081722360
    • NoteAdvise rear inner tyre walls cracked and perrished

  21. Pass191,203 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    191,203 miles
    Test number
    879469611395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail191,202 miles (+11,966)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,202 miles
    Test number
    367353011355
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass179,236 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    179,236 miles
    Test number
    672840120349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail179,235 miles (+17,166)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,235 miles
    Test number
    270205510332
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass162,069 miles (+18,231)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    162,069 miles
    Test number
    120028519347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass143,838 miles (+18,292)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    143,838 miles
    Test number
    574200528304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass125,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    125,546 miles
    Test number
    530515327386
    • NoteC/l 527174

  28. Fail125,532 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,532 miles
    Test number
    670225527381
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteC/l 527174

Questions about Y291 ORX

Does Y291 ORX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y291 ORX is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y291 ORX?
The MOT on Y291 ORX is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y291 ORX done?
Y291 ORX was recorded at 307,523 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 10,088 miles a year.
Has Y291 ORX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 ORX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y291 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 Y291 ORX find?
Y291 ORX passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front oil leak, but not excessive; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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