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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y52 LMOMOT history

Y52 LMO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 197,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

Y52 LMO white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
197,685 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y52 LMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y52 LMO was last recorded at 197,685 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2024: 196,811 miles, lower than 196,878 miles on 30 Oct 2023.

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
197,223 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
462 miles
Average per year
4,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,685 miles
  • 2025 – 197,223 miles
  • 2024 – 196,811 miles
  • 2023 – 196,878 miles
  • 2022 – 195,200 miles
  • 2021 – 193,629 miles
  • 2020 – 191,333 miles
  • 2019 – 186,492 miles
  • 2018 – 184,795 miles
  • 2017 – 184,134 miles
  • 2016 – 182,700 miles
  • 2015 – 177,489 miles
  • 2014 – 174,145 miles
  • 2013 – 172,730 miles
  • 2012 – 165,280 miles
  • 2011 – 157,751 miles
  • 2010 – 150,035 miles
  • 2009 – 139,891 miles
  • 2008 – 126,099 miles
  • 2007 – 115,506 miles
  • 2006 – 104,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail197,685 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Hazard warning switch faulty sticking

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills has minor holes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail197,685 miles (+462)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,685 miles
    Test number
    364772410437
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Pass197,223 miles (+412)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    197,223 miles
    Test number
    931420971637
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower headlamp bracket damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected wiring (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass196,811 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    196,811 miles
    Test number
    837820042358
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills has minor holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits slight smoke under accereration
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  4. Fail196,811 miles (-67)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,811 miles
    Test number
    865192603680
    • DangerousBrake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) (1.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pedal going to the floor (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills has minor holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits slight smoke under accereration
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  5. Pass196,878 miles (+1,678)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    196,878 miles
    Test number
    129942162181
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  6. Pass195,200 miles (+1,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    195,200 miles
    Test number
    752584483736
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  7. Pass193,629 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    193,629 miles
    Test number
    956303087980
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  8. Fail193,629 miles (+2,296)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,629 miles
    Test number
    985761123796
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  9. Pass191,333 miles (+4,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    191,333 miles
    Test number
    907093226330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle totally undersealed

  10. Pass186,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    186,492 miles
    Test number
    506486386318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail186,492 miles (+1,697)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,492 miles
    Test number
    378042822112
    • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass184,795 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    184,795 miles
    Test number
    552137036716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass184,134 miles (+1,434)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    184,134 miles
    Test number
    323637721163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also rusty (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on wear limit (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass182,700 miles (+5,211)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    182,700 miles
    Test number
    197011724930
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  15. Pass177,489 miles (+3,344)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    177,489 miles
    Test number
    956251165172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear tyres perishing
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding

  16. Pass174,145 miles (+1,415)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    174,145 miles
    Test number
    788762164193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteSmall cuts in tread nearside front tyre

  17. Pass172,730 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    172,730 miles
    Test number
    438555613121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass165,280 miles (+7,529)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    165,280 miles
    Test number
    517387002151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass157,751 miles (+7,716)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    157,751 miles
    Test number
    886409581029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass150,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    150,035 miles
    Test number
    571687970062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail150,025 miles (+10,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,025 miles
    Test number
    161277070041
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass139,891 miles (+13,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    139,891 miles
    Test number
    450652269032
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass126,099 miles (+10,593)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    126,099 miles
    Test number
    593504348018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass115,506 miles (+10,851)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    115,506 miles
    Test number
    180817247097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    104,655 miles
    Test number
    980887046073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y52 LMO

Does Y52 LMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y52 LMO expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y52 LMO?
The MOT on Y52 LMO expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y52 LMO done?
Y52 LMO was recorded at 197,685 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 4,496 miles a year.
Has Y52 LMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y52 LMO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y52 LMO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y52 LMO find?
Y52 LMO failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/65/15; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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