2001 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · Y52 LMO
2001 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2001. Recorded mileage 197,223 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,223 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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Y52 LMO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 197,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y52 LMO 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 (Y52 LMO) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 October 2025 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 (8 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested brake pedal going to the floor (1.2.1 (g))”; “Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications ”; “Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))”.
Y52 LMO Mileage History
- 25/10/2022195,200 mi
- 30/10/2023196,878 mi+1,678 mi
- 13/11/2024196,811 mi-67 mi
- 18/11/2024196,811 mi
- 17/10/2025197,223 mi+412 mi
Average of roughly 679 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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