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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y297 RSSMOT history

Y297 RSS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 71,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y297 RSS 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,066 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 RSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 RSS was last recorded at 71,066 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Aug 2016: 63,859 miles, lower than 63,880 miles on 31 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,720 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,346 miles
Average per year
2,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,066 miles
  • 2025 – 69,720 miles
  • 2023 – 68,471 miles
  • 2022 – 68,395 miles
  • 2021 – 67,832 miles
  • 2020 – 66,792 miles
  • 2019 – 66,307 miles
  • 2018 – 65,721 miles
  • 2017 – 63,930 miles
  • 2016 – 63,899 miles
  • 2015 – 63,880 miles
  • 2014 – 62,369 miles
  • 2013 – 57,965 miles
  • 2012 – 55,788 miles
  • 2011 – 51,166 miles
  • 2010 – 44,148 miles
  • 2009 – 37,995 miles
  • 2008 – 33,224 miles
  • 2007 – 30,581 miles
  • 2006 – 20,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,066 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Outer Sill rusty & holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,066 miles
    Test number
    721163620145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,066 miles (+1,346)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,066 miles
    Test number
    710361924672
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass69,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    384643182715
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear caliper slightly siezed

  4. Fail69,720 miles (+1,249)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    314417459471
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear caliper slightly siezed

  5. Pass68,471 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,471 miles
    Test number
    464542321399
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail68,456 miles (+61)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    222980504248
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass68,395 miles (+563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    633066171179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty & holed inside of bodywork
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass67,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,832 miles
    Test number
    606137086063
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill rusty & holed

  9. Fail67,832 miles (+1,040)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,832 miles
    Test number
    790601860065
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill rusty & holed

  10. Pass66,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    383104593985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,792 miles (+485)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    245915500001
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass66,307 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    783264552781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,721 miles
    Test number
    466820348151
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty and holed at rear of cab

  14. Fail65,721 miles (+1,791)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,721 miles
    Test number
    192016944422
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty and holed at rear of cab

  15. Pass63,930 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    800795801817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Marker Light Not Working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail63,930 miles (+31)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    570092905269
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Marker Light Not Working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass63,899 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,899 miles
    Test number
    295654314119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,859 miles (-21)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,859 miles
    Test number
    516792802428
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  19. Pass63,880 miles (+1,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,880 miles
    Test number
    244394933467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass62,369 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    296883134110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,965 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,965 miles
    Test number
    947595133150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,958 miles (+2,170)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,958 miles
    Test number
    865383133190
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteTailpipe clamps broken

  23. Pass55,788 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,788 miles
    Test number
    507617382179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,166 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,166 miles
    Test number
    168357181134
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass51,166 miles (+7,018)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,166 miles
    Test number
    806087881169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,148 miles (+6,153)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,148 miles
    Test number
    220180790421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,995 miles (+4,771)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,995 miles
    Test number
    370230999172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,224 miles
    Test number
    182371418270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,224 miles (+2,643)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,224 miles
    Test number
    743161718262
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  30. Pass30,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,581 miles
    Test number
    290055337273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Fail30,581 miles (+9,886)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,581 miles
    Test number
    750045037230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass20,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,695 miles
    Test number
    793141046272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 RSS

Does Y297 RSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y297 RSS is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y297 RSS?
The MOT on Y297 RSS is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y297 RSS done?
Y297 RSS was recorded at 71,066 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 2,574 miles a year.
Has Y297 RSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 RSS has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y297 RSS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y297 RSS find?
Y297 RSS passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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