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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y293 AABMOT history

Y293 AAB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 197,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

Y293 AAB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
197,115 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
6,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 AAB was last recorded at 197,115 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,325 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
790 miles
Average per year
6,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,115 miles
  • 2025 – 196,325 miles
  • 2024 – 195,056 miles
  • 2023 – 193,664 miles
  • 2022 – 191,176 miles
  • 2021 – 188,919 miles
  • 2020 – 187,436 miles
  • 2019 – 186,091 miles
  • 2018 – 184,151 miles
  • 2017 – 177,821 miles
  • 2016 – 167,083 miles
  • 2015 – 156,012 miles
  • 2014 – 142,805 miles
  • 2013 – 133,555 miles
  • 2012 – 126,091 miles
  • 2011 – 118,271 miles
  • 2010 – 108,266 miles
  • 2009 – 101,420 miles
  • 2008 – 89,491 miles
  • 2007 – 76,629 miles
  • 2006 – 64,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,115 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

37 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    197,115 miles
    Test number
    909355009909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail197,115 miles (+790)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,115 miles
    Test number
    784527450617
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass196,325 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    196,325 miles
    Test number
    644337967023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  4. Fail196,325 miles (+1,269)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,325 miles
    Test number
    247532033814
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Pass195,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    195,056 miles
    Test number
    183143917472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail195,056 miles1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,056 miles
    Test number
    109033345644
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail195,056 miles (+1,392)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,056 miles
    Test number
    771124949954
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner tub (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch/outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass193,664 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    193,664 miles
    Test number
    215887399084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail193,664 miles (+2,488)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,664 miles
    Test number
    369168727036
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass191,176 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    191,176 miles
    Test number
    974355701508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail191,175 miles (+2,256)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,175 miles
    Test number
    822743889755
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass188,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    188,919 miles
    Test number
    434294943781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail188,919 miles (+1,483)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,919 miles
    Test number
    983431385400
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  14. Pass187,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    187,436 miles
    Test number
    111874047115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail187,436 miles (+1,345)5 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,436 miles
    Test number
    831948457731
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass186,091 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    186,091 miles
    Test number
    709728905427
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Fail186,091 miles (+1,940)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,091 miles
    Test number
    243506076920
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch by door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sliding door step by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch by door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill by rear suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning lock to lock tight to turn (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  18. Pass184,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    184,151 miles
    Test number
    635163342414
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail184,151 miles (+6,330)4 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,151 miles
    Test number
    511037571433
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass177,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    177,821 miles
    Test number
    639268573744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail177,821 miles (+10,738)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,821 miles
    Test number
    292516668164
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass167,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    167,083 miles
    Test number
    924402576083
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view

  23. Fail167,083 miles (+11,071)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,083 miles
    Test number
    486417627209
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipes damaged

  24. Pass156,012 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    156,012 miles
    Test number
    108910445475
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  25. Fail156,012 miles (+13,207)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,012 miles
    Test number
    426040345055
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  26. Pass142,805 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,805 miles
    Test number
    186302354411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  27. Fail142,805 miles (+9,250)7 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,805 miles
    Test number
    186862754030
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  28. Pass133,555 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    133,555 miles
    Test number
    709097153010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePin hole in rear exhaust section

  29. Fail133,555 miles (+7,464)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,555 miles
    Test number
    325947553007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePin hole in rear exhaust section

  30. Pass126,091 miles (+7,820)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    126,091 miles
    Test number
    426305262042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass118,271 miles (+10,005)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,271 miles
    Test number
    375988461070
    • NoteBoth front door steps corrodeing
    • NoteCorrosion to offside rear brake disc
    • NoteOffside front sidelight slightly dim

  32. Pass108,266 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    301188570094
    • NoteCorrosion to offside door step
    • NoteOffside front tyre on limit***

  33. Fail108,266 miles (+6,846)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    561368970047
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCorrosion to offside door step
    • NoteOffside front tyre on limit***

  34. Pass101,420 miles (+11,929)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,420 miles
    Test number
    172179089424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass89,491 miles (+12,862)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    89,491 miles
    Test number
    142958678435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass76,629 miles (+12,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,629 miles
    Test number
    824843377019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass64,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,415 miles
    Test number
    583496876080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 AAB

Does Y293 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y293 AAB is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y293 AAB?
The MOT on Y293 AAB is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y293 AAB done?
Y293 AAB was recorded at 197,115 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 6,452 miles a year.
Has Y293 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 AAB has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y293 AAB 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 Y293 AAB find?
Y293 AAB passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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