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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y609 RSEMOT history

Y609 RSE is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

Y609 RSE white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,695 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y609 RSE
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
16 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y609 RSE was last recorded at 120,695 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,687 miles · 8 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,695 miles
  • 2024 – 117,007 miles
  • 2023 – 117,002 miles
  • 2021 – 110,307 miles
  • 2020 – 103,034 miles
  • 2019 – 94,868 miles
  • 2017 – 87,027 miles
  • 2016 – 82,235 miles
  • 2015 – 74,483 miles
  • 2014 – 68,877 miles
  • 2013 – 64,438 miles
  • 2012 – 60,250 miles
  • 2011 – 54,944 miles
  • 2010 – 48,096 miles
  • 2009 – 41,768 miles
  • 2008 – 35,523 miles
  • 2007 – 30,122 miles
  • 2006 – 23,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,695 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,695 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,695 miles
    Test number
    806378684572
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail120,687 miles (+3,680)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,687 miles
    Test number
    342035289026
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass117,007 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    117,007 miles
    Test number
    651650171561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail117,002 miles (+6,695)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    795961350731
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis , inner wheel arch & sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, inner wheel arch & sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,307 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,307 miles
    Test number
    793228450282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre badly worn on inside
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished

  6. Fail110,307 miles (+7,273)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,307 miles
    Test number
    102640903375
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre badly worn on inside
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear service brake readings poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs badly corroded and pitted

  7. Pass103,034 miles (+8,166)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,034 miles
    Test number
    511430001852
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass94,868 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,868 miles
    Test number
    734437500092
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail94,867 miles (+7,840)1 dangerous15 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,867 miles
    Test number
    579357396080
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass87,027 miles (+4,792)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    115730087529
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass82,235 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,235 miles
    Test number
    233985933722
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail82,235 miles (+7,752)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,235 miles
    Test number
    484769725093
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass74,483 miles (+5,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    881016581363
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play track/rod/balljoint (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail68,877 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,877 miles
    Test number
    228165744346
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVery reluctant to meet emission limits

  15. Pass68,877 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,877 miles
    Test number
    657405444331
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVery reluctant to meet emission limits

  16. Fail68,875 miles (+4,437)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    856595844352
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass64,438 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    658416643368
    • NoteHandbrake cable corroded
    • NoteSlight play on both sides of rack

  18. Fail64,438 miles (+4,188)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    927515643352
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly scrubbed on outer walls
    • NoteHandbrake cable corroded
    • NoteSlight play on both sides of rack

  19. Pass60,250 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    759122852344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDiesel fumes at engine area no obvious leaks
    • NoteFront tyres have sidewall damage

  20. Fail60,250 miles (+5,306)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    339082952380
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDiesel fumes at engine area no obvious leaks
    • NoteFront tyres have sidewall damage

  21. Fail54,944 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    325973041390
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  22. Pass54,944 miles (+6,848)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    447683341385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Pass48,096 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    844054840384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHandbrake return spring been broken and temporary repair,advise replacement spring
    • NoteOSF washer jet poor spray

  24. Fail48,096 miles (+6,328)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    491084340337
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHandbrake return spring been broken and temporary repair,advise replacement spring
    • NoteOSF washer jet poor spray

  25. Pass41,768 miles (+6,245)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,768 miles
    Test number
    340001639350
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in osf and nsf of steering rack

  26. Pass35,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,523 miles
    Test number
    582830048349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,523 miles (+5,401)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,523 miles
    Test number
    941589538336
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass30,122 miles (+6,679)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    532410647338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass23,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    293030646333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass93,082 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    93,082 km
    Test number
    251933155329
    • NoteO

  31. Fail93,082 km4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,082 km
    Test number
    810991855365
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn & corroded
    • NoteSlight play at o/s & n/s of steering rack

Questions about Y609 RSE

Does Y609 RSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y609 RSE is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y609 RSE?
The MOT on Y609 RSE is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y609 RSE done?
Y609 RSE was recorded at 120,695 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 5,135 miles a year.
Has Y609 RSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y609 RSE has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y609 RSE 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 Y609 RSE find?
Y609 RSE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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