
Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc
987 JOEMOT history
987 JOE is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 283,164 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 7 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 283,164 mi
- At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 29
- 18 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 14,786 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- 987 JOE
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 20 May 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
987 JOE was last recorded at 283,164 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 283,152 miles · 1 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 12 miles
- Average per year
- 14,786 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 283,164 miles
- 2024 – 276,542 miles
- 2023 – 260,693 miles
- 2022 – 251,345 miles
- 2021 – 240,511 miles
- 2020 – 237,211 miles
- 2019 – 229,188 miles
- 2018 – 219,198 miles
- 2017 – 209,397 miles
- 2016 – 197,893 miles
- 2015 – 184,666 miles
- 2014 – 165,390 miles
- 2013 – 137,777 miles
- 2012 – 104,759 miles
- 2011 – 72,028 miles
- 2010 – 46,165 miles
- 2009 – 38,120 miles
- 2008 – 24,436 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Needs attention (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Close to excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted
Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
29 tests since 10 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass283,164 miles (+12)3 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 283,164 miles
- Test number
- 762170833025
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Needs attention (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Close to excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail283,152 miles (+6,610)2 major4 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 283,152 miles
- Test number
- 219604923781
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Needs attention (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake effort low
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Close to excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass276,542 miles (+33)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 276,542 miles
- Test number
- 742147576584
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive back and front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail276,509 miles (+15,816)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 276,509 miles
- Test number
- 619704778216
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back lower arm bush worn ex (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive back and front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass260,693 miles (+25)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 260,693 miles
- Test number
- 647804377965
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail260,668 miles (+9,323)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 260,668 miles
- Test number
- 833545605467
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture leaking (1.1.11 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass251,345 miles (+10,834)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 251,345 miles
- Test number
- 849993930161
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
Pass240,511 miles (+66)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 240,511 miles
- Test number
- 273613088002
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose twisted
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose twisted
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes corroded
Fail240,445 miles (+3,234)5 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,445 miles
- Test number
- 129622954901
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose twisted
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose twisted
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes corroded
Pass237,211 miles (+12)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 237,211 miles
- Test number
- 298173616335
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded heavily
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge, require attention (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Fail237,199 miles (+8,011)4 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 237,199 miles
- Test number
- 864620754749
- MajorEmissions not tested due to insufficient engine oil (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Also ball joint dust cover excessively damaged no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 2.1.3 (g) (ii) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine oil level very low
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded heavily
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge, require attention (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Pass229,188 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 229,188 miles
- Test number
- 701911668177
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryP.A.S. slightly noisey
Fail229,188 miles (+9,990)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 229,188 miles
- Test number
- 820681313660
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryP.A.S. slightly noisey
Pass219,198 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 219,198 miles
- Test number
- 292015635603
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPower steering pump noisey
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Fail219,198 miles (+9,801)3 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,198 miles
- Test number
- 972389329550
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPower steering pump noisey
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass209,397 miles (+11,504)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 209,397 miles
- Test number
- 758583097552
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass197,893 miles (+13,227)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 197,893 miles
- Test number
- 162457183827
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Pass184,666 miles (+47)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 184,666 miles
- Test number
- 296271415106
- NoteRear silencer corroded
Fail184,619 miles (+19,229)6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,619 miles
- Test number
- 687517905103
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- NoteRear silencer corroded
Pass165,390 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 165,390 miles
- Test number
- 546539194059
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteRear silencer corroded
Fail165,390 miles (+27,613)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,390 miles
- Test number
- 486639294016
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteRear silencer corroded
Fail137,777 miles3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,777 miles
- Test number
- 248722023071
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass137,777 miles (+33,018)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 137,777 miles
- Test number
- 439542023075
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass104,759 miles (+32,731)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 104,759 miles
- Test number
- 589087612022
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,028 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 72,028 miles
- Test number
- 317849321035
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail72,028 miles (+25,863)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,028 miles
- Test number
- 469429021047
- FailureNearside Upper Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass46,165 miles (+8,045)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 46,165 miles
- Test number
- 153979110040
- NoteWiper blades just starting to smear screen slightly.
Pass38,120 miles (+13,684)
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2010
- Odometer
- 38,120 miles
- Test number
- 913578639155
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,436 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2009
- Odometer
- 24,436 miles
- Test number
- 372211238142
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Questions about 987 JOE
- What vehicle is registration 987 JOE currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show 987 JOE on a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 May 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
- Does 987 JOE currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 987 JOE is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on 987 JOE?
- The MOT on 987 JOE is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has 987 JOE done?
- 987 JOE was recorded at 283,164 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 14,786 miles a year.
- Has 987 JOE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. 987 JOE has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on 987 JOE 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 987 JOE find?
- 987 JOE passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly damaged needs attention, and 9 more.
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