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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Lpg · 1985 · 1,588 cc

B20 VVVMOT history

B20 VVV is a blue lpg Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Jan 1985. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 251,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2023.

B20 VVV blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
251,427 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 VVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
23 Jan 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 VVV was last recorded at 251,427 miles on 28 Feb 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,417 miles · 14 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 251,427 miles
  • 2021 – 248,182 miles
  • 2020 – 244,016 miles
  • 2019 – 237,274 miles
  • 2018 – 232,478 miles
  • 2017 – 228,094 miles
  • 2016 – 221,739 miles
  • 2015 – 213,108 miles
  • 2014 – 206,512 miles
  • 2013 – 200,330 miles
  • 2011 – 197,344 miles
  • 2010 – 194,670 miles
  • 2009 – 192,573 miles
  • 2008 – 189,027 miles
  • 2007 – 184,659 miles
  • 2006 – 180,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,427 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,427 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    251,427 miles
    Test number
    723960744697
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail251,417 miles (+3,235)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,417 miles
    Test number
    433564613151
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure clamp rattling excessively on idle (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass248,182 miles (+4,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    248,182 miles
    Test number
    295066053769
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear structure covered in underbody seal

  4. Pass244,016 miles (+6,742)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    244,016 miles
    Test number
    562390503461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  5. Pass237,274 miles (+12)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    237,274 miles
    Test number
    995750224890
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour both rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm- low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm- low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings

  6. Fail237,262 miles (+4,784)1 dangerous12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,262 miles
    Test number
    187118617138
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from rear three way union to n/s/r flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted bolt insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour both (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake just above minimum required efficiency
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings

  7. Pass232,478 miles (+4,384)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    232,478 miles
    Test number
    256963777440
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder body heavily under sealed

  8. Pass228,094 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    228,094 miles
    Test number
    268578916110
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Fail228,039 miles (+6,300)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,039 miles
    Test number
    941496830187
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven o/s very slow and o/s disc warped (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s outer floor corroded but not within prescribed area

  10. Pass221,739 miles (+8,631)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    221,739 miles
    Test number
    369312412360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass213,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    213,108 miles
    Test number
    125779375428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail213,108 miles (+6,596)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,108 miles
    Test number
    286655675075
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

  13. Pass206,512 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    206,512 miles
    Test number
    175562774426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass200,330 miles (+2,986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    200,330 miles
    Test number
    478008473052
    • NoteN/s front brake slighty tight

  15. Pass197,344 miles (+2,674)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    197,344 miles
    Test number
    176649901292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteO/s front brake pipe slightly pitted

  16. Pass194,670 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    194,670 miles
    Test number
    320533850128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail194,668 miles (+2,095)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,668 miles
    Test number
    470242150148
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  18. Pass192,573 miles (+3,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    192,573 miles
    Test number
    410558849129
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass189,027 miles (+4,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    189,027 miles
    Test number
    493352158103
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass184,659 miles (+4,426)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    184,659 miles
    Test number
    391426237148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass180,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    180,233 miles
    Test number
    570479336194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail180,233 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,233 miles
    Test number
    223138136177
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteWindscreen is cracked

Questions about B20 VVV

Does B20 VVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 VVV expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 VVV?
The MOT on B20 VVV expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 VVV done?
B20 VVV was recorded at 251,427 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2023, an average of 4,242 miles a year.
Has B20 VVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 VVV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on B20 VVV 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 B20 VVV find?
B20 VVV passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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