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Volkswagen Transporter

White and White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y297 HMYMOT history

Y297 HMY is a white and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 174,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2022.

Y297 HMY white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2023
Mileage
174,968 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 HMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 HMY was last recorded at 174,968 miles on 8 Mar 2022, 6,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,475 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,493 miles
Average per year
7,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 174,968 miles
  • 2021 – 168,475 miles
  • 2020 – 164,250 miles
  • 2019 – 158,515 miles
  • 2018 – 151,488 miles
  • 2017 – 137,741 miles
  • 2016 – 125,608 miles
  • 2015 – 112,966 miles
  • 2014 – 98,711 miles
  • 2012 – 94,201 miles
  • 2011 – 87,897 miles
  • 2010 – 84,084 miles
  • 2009 – 81,081 miles
  • 2008 – 77,599 miles
  • 2007 – 71,665 miles
  • 2006 – 61,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,968 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill end corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rear (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine oil sump corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,968 miles (+6,493)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    174,968 miles
    Test number
    143439756536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill end corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Pass168,475 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    168,475 miles
    Test number
    229412285698
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron /rear crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shockers casing corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
  3. Fail168,472 miles (+4,222)3 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,472 miles
    Test number
    135961181517
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement or possible cailper fault (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron /rear crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shockers casing corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
  4. Pass164,250 miles (+5,735)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,250 miles
    Test number
    120864888993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,515 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    158,515 miles
    Test number
    955939917454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail158,504 miles (+7,016)1 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,504 miles
    Test number
    132846196899
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  7. Pass151,488 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    151,488 miles
    Test number
    503262941073
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal coolant pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak/s
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  8. Fail151,488 miles (+13,747)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,488 miles
    Test number
    983845069774
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal coolant pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak/s
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  9. Pass137,741 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,741 miles
    Test number
    982792438909
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak/s
  10. Fail137,736 miles (+12,128)1 failure14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,736 miles
    Test number
    500538005983
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak/s
  11. Pass125,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    125,608 miles
    Test number
    885190056651
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes rusted all along underside of chassis but still serviceable (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp lamp illuminates at different speed from other lights (1.1.A.3f)
  12. Fail125,608 miles (+12,642)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,608 miles
    Test number
    504419664667
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Hand operated control valve excessively corroded park brake cable frayed and fretted at chassis point (3.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Braking system leaking master cyl leaking at mount (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes rusted all along underside of chassis but still serviceable (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp lamp illuminates at different speed from other lights (1.1.A.3f)
  13. Pass112,966 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,966 miles
    Test number
    778388225035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
  14. Fail112,966 miles (+14,255)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,966 miles
    Test number
    937218225067
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
  15. Pass98,711 miles (+4,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,711 miles
    Test number
    167022644480
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass94,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    94,201 miles
    Test number
    785382262339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail94,201 miles (+3,143)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,201 miles
    Test number
    999432362371
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass91,058 miles (+3,161)5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,058 miles
    Test number
    908260732045
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteDrivers wiper blade incorrectly fitted
    • NoteExhaust heat-shield insecure and fouling on anti-roll bar
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear suspension spring fitted with out rubber seat
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteSlight play in both steering rack ends
  19. Pass87,897 miles (+3,813)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,897 miles
    Test number
    437696461035
    • NoteNear side door mirror cracked
  20. Pass84,084 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,084 miles
    Test number
    843305950076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,081 miles (+3,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,081 miles
    Test number
    643154669028
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass77,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,599 miles
    Test number
    131019258446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,599 miles (+5,934)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,599 miles
    Test number
    832079758096
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  24. Pass71,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    850791167097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,665 miles (+9,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    262231767060
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  26. Pass61,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,916 miles
    Test number
    670019246065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 HMY

Does Y297 HMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 HMY expired on 7 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 HMY?
The MOT on Y297 HMY expired on 7 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 HMY done?
Y297 HMY was recorded at 174,968 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2022, an average of 7,044 miles a year.
Has Y297 HMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 HMY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on Y297 HMY 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 HMY find?
Y297 HMY passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2022 with 10 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.

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