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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1991 · 1,900 cc

H946 DTYMOT history

H946 DTY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Apr 1991. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 193,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

H946 DTY red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
193,150 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H946 DTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
25 Apr 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H946 DTY was last recorded at 193,150 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 7,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,742 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,408 miles
Average per year
5,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,150 miles
  • 2025 – 185,742 miles
  • 2024 – 180,832 miles
  • 2023 – 176,257 miles
  • 2022 – 171,231 miles
  • 2021 – 167,165 miles
  • 2020 – 163,449 miles
  • 2019 – 155,439 miles
  • 2018 – 147,189 miles
  • 2017 – 139,308 miles
  • 2016 – 132,660 miles
  • 2015 – 126,588 miles
  • 2014 – 119,839 miles
  • 2013 – 114,071 miles
  • 2012 – 106,799 miles
  • 2011 – 103,898 miles
  • 2008 – 97,983 miles
  • 2007 – 87,912 miles
  • 2006 – 82,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,150 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in front anti roll bar D bushes

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Corrosion to handbrake rods

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Play in n/s/f top ball joint

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joint on front to rear brake pipe by back of fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,150 miles (+7,408)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    193,150 miles
    Test number
    926260743348
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass185,742 miles (+4,910)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    185,742 miles
    Test number
    391210525585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass180,832 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    180,832 miles
    Test number
    558836453944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail180,730 miles (+4,473)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,730 miles
    Test number
    645666010206
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass176,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    176,257 miles
    Test number
    306296086370
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken but exhaust is supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s rear sills, o/s/f jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail176,257 miles (+5,026)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,257 miles
    Test number
    189711290231
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken but exhaust is supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s rear sills, o/s/f jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass171,231 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171,231 miles
    Test number
    772144224087
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joint on front to rear brake pipe by back of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail171,125 miles (+3,960)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,125 miles
    Test number
    728880508071
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure rubber mounting split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached mounting bolt insecure (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joint on front to rear brake pipe by back of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass167,165 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    167,165 miles
    Test number
    570584089815
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail167,165 miles (+3,716)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,165 miles
    Test number
    984923955152
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass163,449 miles (+387)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    163,449 miles
    Test number
    278251009019
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to handbrake rods
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n\s\r and o\s\r outer wheel arches
    • AdvisoryN\s\r tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryPlay in n\s track rod end
    • AdvisoryPlay in n\s\f upper ball joint
  12. Fail163,062 miles (+7,623)16 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,062 miles
    Test number
    599279935909
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit x 2 (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis next to rear suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis next to front tow bar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired compensator spring broken (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member next to tow bar mounts (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to handbrake rods
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r outer wheel arch, o/s/r outer sill, n/s/r outer sill, o/s inner sill, o/s jacking point
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  13. Pass155,439 miles (+8,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,439 miles
    Test number
    694492587932
    • AdvisoryCorrosion next to n/s/r shock absorber top mounting
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to handbrake rods
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/f top ball joint
  14. Pass147,189 miles (+74)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    147,189 miles
    Test number
    626265631528
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to tow bar & tow bar mountings
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f lower arm rear bush
  15. Fail147,115 miles (+7,807)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,115 miles
    Test number
    983858171345
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped suspension arm (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to tow bar & tow bar mountings
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f lower arm rear bush
  16. Pass139,308 miles (+210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    139,308 miles
    Test number
    965219762542
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f suspension lower arm rear bush
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f top ball joint
  17. Fail139,098 miles (+6,438)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,098 miles
    Test number
    726134451740
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion door (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion door (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f suspension lower arm rear bush
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f top ball joint
  18. Pass132,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,660 miles
    Test number
    193427842073
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f top ball joint
  19. Fail132,660 miles (+6,072)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,660 miles
    Test number
    875837212159
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f top ball joint
  20. Pass126,588 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,588 miles
    Test number
    677862495077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r shock absorbers damp
    • NotePlay in n/s/f top ball joint
    • NoteRoughness in o/s/r wheel bearing
  21. Fail126,588 miles (+6,749)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,588 miles
    Test number
    686202295059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r shock absorbers damp
    • NotePlay in n/s/f top ball joint
    • NoteRoughness in o/s/r wheel bearing
  22. Fail119,839 miles2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,839 miles
    Test number
    195049494025
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note2nd battery insecure
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s/f inner & outer sills
    • NotePlay in n/s/f top ball joint
    • NoteWiring insecure around accelerator pedal
  23. Pass119,839 miles (+5,768)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,839 miles
    Test number
    457129894070
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note2nd battery insecure
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s/f inner & outer sills
    • NotePlay in n/s/f top ball joint
    • NoteWiring insecure around accelerator pedal
  24. Pass114,071 miles (+57)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    114,071 miles
    Test number
    615023813153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to both front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to both front inner sills
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s/f inner wheel arch
    • NoteImbalance on front brakes
    • NoteRear shock absorbers in poor condition
  25. Fail114,014 miles (+7,215)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,014 miles
    Test number
    386509793046
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to both front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to both front inner sills
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s/f inner wheel arch
    • NoteImbalance on front brakes
    • NoteRear shock absorbers in poor condition
  26. Pass106,799 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,799 miles
    Test number
    656041612197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail106,651 miles (+2,753)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    665912402197
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  28. Pass103,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,898 miles
    Test number
    717085901170
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  29. Fail103,898 miles (+5,915)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,898 miles
    Test number
    196655101178
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  30. Pass97,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    120142328122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail97,983 miles (+10,071)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    111226118144
    • FailureBrake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
  32. Pass87,912 miles (+5,792)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    500687147046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass82,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    302969116038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H946 DTY

Does H946 DTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H946 DTY is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on H946 DTY?
The MOT on H946 DTY is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H946 DTY done?
H946 DTY was recorded at 193,150 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 5,485 miles a year.
Has H946 DTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H946 DTY has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2024.
Has the mileage on H946 DTY 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 H946 DTY find?
H946 DTY passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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