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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,968 cc

Y297 BGDMOT history

Y297 BGD is a white and grey petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

Y297 BGD white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,477 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 BGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 BGD was last recorded at 95,477 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,372 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
105 miles
Average per year
2,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,477 miles
  • 2024 – 95,372 miles
  • 2023 – 94,837 miles
  • 2022 – 94,816 miles
  • 2021 – 93,815 miles
  • 2020 – 92,926 miles
  • 2019 – 91,814 miles
  • 2018 – 90,471 miles
  • 2017 – 89,961 miles
  • 2016 – 88,455 miles
  • 2015 – 87,172 miles
  • 2014 – 84,638 miles
  • 2013 – 82,227 miles
  • 2012 – 79,791 miles
  • 2011 – 77,133 miles
  • 2010 – 75,590 miles
  • 2009 – 74,892 miles
  • 2008 – 69,559 miles
  • 2007 – 61,784 miles
  • 2005 – 52,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,477 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • Advisory[EML] engine management light on [vehicle pre 01/07/2003 model]

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust system poor and rusty in places

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Engine management light on [EML]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside rear tyre poor condition and walls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,477 miles (+105)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    321300533385
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • Advisory[EML] engine management light on [vehicle pre 01/07/2003 model]

  2. Pass95,372 miles (+258)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,372 miles
    Test number
    981457571892
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on[eml]

  3. Pass95,114 miles (+277)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,114 miles
    Test number
    843127960705
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on [EML]

  4. Pass94,837 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    94,837 miles
    Test number
    458946093284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on [eml]

  5. Fail94,837 miles (+21)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,837 miles
    Test number
    807959744698
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides rubbers worn and split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on [eml]

  6. Fail94,816 miles (+1,001)2 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,816 miles
    Test number
    860591555446
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc rusty & pitted

  7. Pass93,815 miles (+889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,815 miles
    Test number
    281110695256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc rusty and pitted

  8. Pass92,926 miles (+1,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,926 miles
    Test number
    390500345364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  9. Pass91,814 miles (+1,343)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    908961517248
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody work damages in all places
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged and slightly insecure

  10. Pass90,471 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,471 miles
    Test number
    369036337949
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor and rusty in places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre poor condition and walls cracking

  11. Fail90,471 miles (+510)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,471 miles
    Test number
    234232545639
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rusted and pin hole (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake test aborted due to metal pipe rusted and developed pin hole under pressure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor and rusty in places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre poor condition and walls cracking

  12. Pass89,961 miles (+1,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,961 miles
    Test number
    526705479841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass88,455 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,455 miles
    Test number
    695591875168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBody work poor and dented in places
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor and rusty in places
    • AdvisoryOffside rear reverse light damaged

  14. Fail88,455 miles (+1,283)4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,455 miles
    Test number
    965990556679
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBody work poor and dented in places
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor and rusty in places
    • AdvisoryOffside rear reverse light damaged

  15. Pass87,172 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,172 miles
    Test number
    954989974123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. at 25% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBody panels dented in places
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to exhaust system in places

  16. Fail87,143 miles (+2,505)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,143 miles
    Test number
    538142928211
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle parking,,,26% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on ok for test

  17. Pass84,638 miles (+2,411)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    448306294275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCatalyst unit rattling
    • NoteEngine running rough and misfire and engine management light on
    • NoteNearside rear footbrake and handbrake efforts low

  18. Pass82,227 miles (+2,436)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    337503383207
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBody work dented in places
    • NoteExhaust all system poor and rusty
    • NoteFront section of handbrake cable weak and rusty/frayed
    • NoteOffside rear reverse lamp broken

  19. Pass79,791 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    957535452245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,133 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    858754441202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,590 miles (+698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,590 miles
    Test number
    184284340288
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  22. Pass74,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    380610949415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,892 miles (+5,333)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    421140249216
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass69,559 miles (+7,775)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    69,559 miles
    Test number
    142404538254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r spring corried

  25. Pass61,784 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    271530967066
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/S Mirror glass damaged.

  26. Fail61,784 miles (+9,063)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    590650067004
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/S Mirror glass damaged.

  27. Pass52,721 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    52,721 miles
    Test number
    512133745393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,703 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,703 miles
    Test number
    882609235344
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about Y297 BGD

Does Y297 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y297 BGD is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y297 BGD?
The MOT on Y297 BGD is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y297 BGD done?
Y297 BGD was recorded at 95,477 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 2,099 miles a year.
Has Y297 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 BGD has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y297 BGD 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 Y297 BGD find?
Y297 BGD passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 4 more.

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