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Red · Petrol · 1985 · 1,915 cc

B239 YWSMOT history

B239 YWS is a red petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 31 Dec 1985. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 347,354 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2025
Mileage
347,354 km
At MOT on 25 Apr 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,981 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B239 YWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,915 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
31 Dec 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B239 YWS was last recorded at 347,354 km on 25 Apr 2024, 13,711 km more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
333,643 km · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
13,711 km
Average per year
6,981 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 347,354 km
  • 2023 – 333,643 km
  • 2022 – 322,615 km
  • 2021 – 313,112 km
  • 2019 – 301,928 km
  • 2018 – 292,166 km
  • 2017 – 285,745 km
  • 2015 – 281,097 km
  • 2014 – 269,117 km
  • 2013 – 263,738 km
  • 2012 – 256,064 km
  • 2011 – 250,964 km
  • 2010 – 243,990 km
  • 2009 – 234,538 km
  • 2008 – 225,538 km
  • 2007 – 224,414 km
  • 2006 – 222,466 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass347,354 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront brake backplate has some corrosion
  • AdvisoryPark brake very near reserve travel

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.

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Wheel bearing has slight play all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass347,354 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    347,354 km
    Test number
    684175031191
    • AdvisoryFront brake backplate has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryPark brake very near reserve travel
  2. Fail347,354 km (+13,711)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    347,354 km
    Test number
    433723488303
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen adjusted jet (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake backplate has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryPark brake very near reserve travel
  3. Pass333,643 km2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    333,643 km
    Test number
    549276455795
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed passenger lhd (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail333,643 km (+11,028)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    333,643 km
    Test number
    811993810679
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel hits stop (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed passenger lhd (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass322,615 km9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    322,615 km
    Test number
    133805683333
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer bumper 1/4 missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + retaining washer badly corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail322,615 km (+9,503)1 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    322,615 km
    Test number
    753864763423
    • DangerousNearside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill / b post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer bumper 1/4 missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + retaining washer badly corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced b post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass313,112 km2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    313,112 km
    Test number
    701325853916
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust leakage on joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect suspension (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc offside & nearside splash guard shield plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck upper rubber sleeve perished
  8. Fail313,112 km4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    313,112 km
    Test number
    422536329831
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged parking brake cable corroded & frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track rod to steering rack joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/lower wing panel corroded within 30 cms of rear suspension arm outer mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust leakage on joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect suspension (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc offside & nearside splash guard shield plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck upper rubber sleeve perished
  9. Pass301,937 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    301,937 miles
    Test number
    182682021963
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor exhaust leak on silencer flange joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront offside & nearside brake disc splash shields corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail301,928 km (+9,762)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,928 km
    Test number
    249453838354
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps have incorrect dip beam cut off (left hand drive dip beam) (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm inner rubber bush deteriorated & arm fouling on mounting bracket (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative offside & nearside (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor exhaust leak on silencer flange joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront offside & nearside brake disc splash shields corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass292,166 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    292,166 km
    Test number
    164193003663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail292,166 km (+6,421)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,166 km
    Test number
    871318029601
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Pass285,745 km (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    285,745 km
    Test number
    818859077300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass281,097 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    281,097 km
    Test number
    787803269800
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play track rod to steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam deflectors fitted
  15. Fail281,097 km (+11,980)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,097 km
    Test number
    391018123123
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working switch light (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play track rod to steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam deflectors fitted
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leakage from pipe/hose connections to engine
  16. Pass269,117 km1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    269,117 km
    Test number
    108473994247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOffside & nearside front brake disc shields corroding.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Fail269,117 km (+5,379)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,117 km
    Test number
    329309384461
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOffside & nearside front brake disc shields corroding.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass263,738 km4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    263,738 km
    Test number
    627830213369
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePetrol filler top rubber sleeve perishing.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper & end cap damaged on nearside.
  19. Fail263,738 km (+7,674)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,738 km
    Test number
    179669903361
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePetrol filler top rubber sleeve perishing.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper & end cap damaged on nearside.
  20. Pass256,064 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    256,064 km
    Test number
    717641562290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail256,064 km (+5,100)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,064 km
    Test number
    197946452285
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel filler neck upper rubber connector sleeve perishing.
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  22. Fail250,964 km3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,964 km
    Test number
    738391551226
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
  23. Pass250,964 km (+6,974)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    250,964 km
    Test number
    746281051277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass243,990 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    243,990 km
    Test number
    600837290199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail243,990 km (+9,452)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,990 km
    Test number
    213267390120
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  26. Pass234,538 km (+9,000)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    234,538 km
    Test number
    310080669104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass225,538 km (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    225,538 km
    Test number
    292002258484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail225,535 km (+1,121)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,535 km
    Test number
    512530958149
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
  29. Pass224,414 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    224,414 km
    Test number
    911133767152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  30. Pass222,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    222,484 miles
    Test number
    891198456199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail222,466 km1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,466 km
    Test number
    970246856100
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about B239 YWS

Does B239 YWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B239 YWS expired on 24 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B239 YWS?
The MOT on B239 YWS expired on 24 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B239 YWS done?
B239 YWS was recorded at 347,354 km at its MOT on 25 Apr 2024, an average of 6,981 km a year.
Has B239 YWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B239 YWS has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on B239 YWS 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 B239 YWS find?
B239 YWS passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake backplate has some corrosion; park brake very near reserve travel.

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