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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y296 ORXMOT history

Y296 ORX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 203,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2024.

Y296 ORX red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
203,086 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 ORX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 ORX was last recorded at 203,086 miles on 29 Apr 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,083 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
10,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 203,086 miles
  • 2022 – 202,093 miles
  • 2021 – 191,484 miles
  • 2020 – 183,489 miles
  • 2019 – 178,780 miles
  • 2018 – 168,285 miles
  • 2017 – 153,421 miles
  • 2016 – 140,298 miles
  • 2015 – 130,136 miles
  • 2014 – 118,382 miles
  • 2013 – 109,181 miles
  • 2012 – 99,616 miles
  • 2010 – 84,704 miles
  • 2009 – 69,315 miles
  • 2008 – 54,021 miles
  • 2007 – 35,798 miles
  • 2006 – 21,765 miles
  • 2005 – 14,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,086 miles
  • AdvisoryBattery charge warning light on. Brake wear warning light on. Engine oil leak.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust probe not detecting emissions. Emissions clean.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Both rear wheel inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Sleeve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,086 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    203,086 miles
    Test number
    974615820664
    • AdvisoryBattery charge warning light on. Brake wear warning light on. Engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryExhaust probe not detecting emissions. Emissions clean.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Both rear wheel inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail203,083 miles (+990)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,083 miles
    Test number
    246854703841
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split and twisted. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery charge warning light on. Brake wear warning light on. Engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryExhaust probe not detecting emissions. Emissions clean.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Both rear wheel inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass202,093 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    202,093 miles
    Test number
    895684035996
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail202,089 miles (+10,605)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,089 miles
    Test number
    428796411039
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,484 miles (+7,995)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    191,484 miles
    Test number
    299456084810
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass183,489 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    183,489 miles
    Test number
    356718296841
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail183,489 miles (+4,709)2 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,489 miles
    Test number
    360582593834
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass178,780 miles (+10,495)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    178,780 miles
    Test number
    661891736388
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDifferent tyre sizes front to rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLarge oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Antiroll bar link worn
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass168,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    168,285 miles
    Test number
    292764691655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail168,285 miles (+14,864)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,285 miles
    Test number
    839122141702
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass153,421 miles (+13,123)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    153,421 miles
    Test number
    404249057676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,298 miles (+10,162)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    140,298 miles
    Test number
    717613392522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,136 miles (+181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,136 miles
    Test number
    229781045084
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail129,955 miles (+11,573)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,955 miles
    Test number
    245428035049
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass118,382 miles (+9,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    118,382 miles
    Test number
    128585434035
    • NoteVehicle emissions reading was to clean for the machine to register.

  16. Pass109,181 miles (+9,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    109,181 miles
    Test number
    907121123039
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge.

  17. Pass99,616 miles (+14,912)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    99,616 miles
    Test number
    388590612031
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres perished and small cracks

  18. Pass84,704 miles (+244)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,704 miles
    Test number
    580330030312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls cracked/perished
    • NoteOsf wheel binding slightly

  19. Fail84,460 miles (+15,145)1 failure9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,460 miles
    Test number
    173222320327
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls cracked/perished
    • NoteOsf wheel binding slightly

  20. Pass69,315 miles (+15,294)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,315 miles
    Test number
    670212699288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  21. Pass54,021 miles (+18,223)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,021 miles
    Test number
    873454728343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,798 miles (+1,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,798 miles
    Test number
    580131147248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail34,716 miles (+12,951)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    402065017294
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass21,765 miles (+7,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,765 miles
    Test number
    682877106241
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish

  25. Pass14,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    14,607 miles
    Test number
    302631025239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 ORX

Does Y296 ORX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 ORX expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 ORX?
The MOT on Y296 ORX expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 ORX done?
Y296 ORX was recorded at 203,086 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2024, an average of 10,068 miles a year.
Has Y296 ORX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 ORX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y296 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 Y296 ORX find?
Y296 ORX passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2024 with 4 advisories: battery charge warning light on. brake wear warning light on. engine oil leak.; exhaust probe not detecting emissions. emissions clean.; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge., and 1 more.

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