2001 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · Y401 BFV
2001 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 23 Aug 2001. Recorded mileage 158,412 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,412 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y401 BFV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 158,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y401 BFV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Transporter (Y401 BFV) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
Y401 BFV Mileage History
- 06/07/2023139,063 mi
- 10/07/2024146,116 mi+7,053 mi
- 04/07/2025152,842 mi+6,726 mi
- 01/07/2026158,412 mi+5,570 mi
- 08/07/2026158,412 mi
Average of roughly 6,436 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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