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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

Y5 ACVMOT history

Y5 ACV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 193,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

Y5 ACV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
193,897 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 ACV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 ACV was last recorded at 193,897 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,559 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,338 miles
Average per year
6,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,897 miles
  • 2025 – 192,559 miles
  • 2024 – 191,514 miles
  • 2023 – 190,488 miles
  • 2022 – 186,453 miles
  • 2021 – 179,314 miles
  • 2020 – 171,023 miles
  • 2019 – 160,531 miles
  • 2018 – 151,242 miles
  • 2017 – 141,822 miles
  • 2016 – 134,751 miles
  • 2015 – 125,387 miles
  • 2014 – 122,383 miles
  • 2013 – 112,167 miles
  • 2010 – 110,886 miles
  • 2009 – 100,112 miles
  • 2008 – 87,235 miles
  • 2007 – 66,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,897 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,897 miles (+1,338)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    193,897 miles
    Test number
    565898994748
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Pass192,559 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    192,559 miles
    Test number
    848484456319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail192,545 miles (+1,031)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,545 miles
    Test number
    177570193196
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass191,514 miles (+1,026)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    191,514 miles
    Test number
    650074903594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass190,488 miles (+4,035)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    190,488 miles
    Test number
    468103425515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass186,453 miles (+7,139)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    186,453 miles
    Test number
    943954458568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass179,314 miles (+8,291)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    179,314 miles
    Test number
    629543273517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,023 miles (+10,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    171,023 miles
    Test number
    748095136227
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass160,531 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,531 miles
    Test number
    133683855710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,520 miles (+9,278)16 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,520 miles
    Test number
    834056655336
    • MajorBrake cable damaged CENTRE FRAYED (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE AND RAER (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively POWER STEERING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength DOOR RUNNER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking RACK FROM O/S BOOT (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) missing HIGH LEVEL OBSCURED BY SPOILER (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working HIGH LEVEL (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PAD WEAR WIRE NOT CONECTED
  11. Pass151,242 miles (+9,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    151,242 miles
    Test number
    616008596153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass141,822 miles (+7,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    141,822 miles
    Test number
    693017936651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass134,751 miles (+9,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    134,751 miles
    Test number
    410014754848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play Tie rod at rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged rim edge (4.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass125,387 miles (+3,004)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,387 miles
    Test number
    846746065075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disk corroded
  15. Pass122,383 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    122,383 miles
    Test number
    595292704197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,167 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,167 miles
    Test number
    527038523193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass112,167 miles (+1,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,167 miles
    Test number
    978108923106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  18. Pass110,886 miles (+10,774)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    110,886 miles
    Test number
    300510020319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,112 miles (+12,877)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    923725719265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,235 miles (+20,708)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    261838968144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    544113217040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,527 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    640232317013
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Questions about Y5 ACV

Does Y5 ACV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 ACV is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 ACV?
The MOT on Y5 ACV is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 ACV done?
Y5 ACV was recorded at 193,897 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 6,600 miles a year.
Has Y5 ACV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 ACV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 ACV 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 Y5 ACV find?
Y5 ACV passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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