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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1984 · 1,588 cc

B274 YJDMOT history

B274 YJD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Apr 1985. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2025
Mileage
60,995 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B274 YJD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
19 Apr 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B274 YJD was last recorded at 60,995 miles on 23 Apr 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Aug 2010: 37,224 miles, lower than 350,052 miles on 11 May 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,990 miles · 17 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,995 miles
  • 2023 – 60,431 miles
  • 2022 – 58,018 miles
  • 2021 – 57,732 miles
  • 2020 – 56,553 miles
  • 2019 – 54,348 miles
  • 2018 – 53,220 miles
  • 2017 – 52,154 miles
  • 2015 – 49,999 miles
  • 2013 – 46,917 miles
  • 2012 – 46,906 miles
  • 2010 – 37,224 miles
  • 2009 – 350,052 miles
  • 2008 – 25,092 miles
  • 2006 – 18,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,995 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,995 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,995 miles
    Test number
    176143210997
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail60,990 miles (+559)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,990 miles
    Test number
    766157391623
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass60,431 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    60,431 miles
    Test number
    436504090647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail60,425 miles (+2,407)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,425 miles
    Test number
    834418898061
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass58,018 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    823423905842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail58,017 miles (+285)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,017 miles
    Test number
    461688691720
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected step sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected step sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass57,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    442307988216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail57,732 miles (+1,179)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    193974612831
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass56,553 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,553 miles
    Test number
    747443148413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,552 miles (+2,204)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,552 miles
    Test number
    831945320201
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass54,348 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,348 miles
    Test number
    826224019477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,340 miles (+1,120)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,340 miles
    Test number
    180955891895
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass53,220 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,220 miles
    Test number
    596066436999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,210 miles (+1,056)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,210 miles
    Test number
    845458238229
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp showing white light to the rear reversing lights staying on (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass52,154 miles (+2,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,154 miles
    Test number
    940527003110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    606846585080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,999 miles (+3,082)3 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    895714385046
    • DangerousRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • DangerousRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • DangerousReversing lights do not go offshowing white light to rear
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass46,917 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,917 miles
    Test number
    279747043379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,906 miles (+9,682)16 failures12 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,906 miles
    Test number
    285962112451
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteHorn slightly muffled.
    • NoteN/s stop lamp dull.
    • NoteO/s wiper cable tied to arm but secure.
    • NoteO/s/f brake backing plate corroded away.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePedal rubbers wearing.
    • NoteRear coil springs lower coils missing.
  20. Fail37,224 miles3 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,224 miles
    Test number
    171496510244
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s/f footwell underside heavily corroded
    • NoteO/s/f footwell underside heavily corroded
  21. Pass37,224 miles (-312,828)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,224 miles
    Test number
    324646510410
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s/f footwell underside heavily corroded
    • NoteO/s/f footwell underside heavily corroded
  22. Pass350,052 miles (+324,960)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    350,052 miles
    Test number
    651291739104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,092 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,092 miles
    Test number
    101306208188
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteBattery warning light on
    • NoteDamage at offside rear corner
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear bumper end caps missing
  24. Pass25,092 miles (+6,159)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,092 miles
    Test number
    641156508190
    • NoteBattery warning light on
    • NoteDamage at offside rear corner
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear bumper end caps missing
  25. Pass18,933 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,933 miles
    Test number
    754275456311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail18,927 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,927 miles
    Test number
    652628136382
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Questions about B274 YJD

Does B274 YJD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B274 YJD expired on 5 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B274 YJD?
The MOT on B274 YJD expired on 5 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B274 YJD done?
B274 YJD was recorded at 60,995 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2024, an average of 2,420 miles a year.
Has B274 YJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B274 YJD has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on B274 YJD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on B274 YJD find?
B274 YJD passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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