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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1991 · 2,400 cc

J417 FFBMOT history

J417 FFB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Aug 1991. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 203,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

J417 FFB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
203,538 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J417 FFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
2 Aug 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J417 FFB was last recorded at 203,538 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,530 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,538 miles
  • 2025 – 202,707 miles
  • 2024 – 200,033 miles
  • 2023 – 194,582 miles
  • 2022 – 194,316 miles
  • 2021 – 193,534 miles
  • 2020 – 193,079 miles
  • 2019 – 192,245 miles
  • 2018 – 190,373 miles
  • 2017 – 189,279 miles
  • 2016 – 188,623 miles
  • 2015 – 185,267 miles
  • 2014 – 184,995 miles
  • 2013 – 184,802 miles
  • 2012 – 180,665 miles
  • 2011 – 176,821 miles
  • 2010 – 167,039 miles
  • 2009 – 158,906 miles
  • 2008 – 156,024 miles
  • 2007 – 152,935 miles
  • 2006 – 150,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,538 miles
  • AdvisoryLong brake pedal travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Park brake poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass203,538 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    203,538 miles
    Test number
    533910280636
    • AdvisoryLong brake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Park brake poor

  2. Fail203,530 miles (+823)1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,530 miles
    Test number
    445751730617
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong brake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Park brake poor

  3. Pass202,707 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    202,707 miles
    Test number
    227875936603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail202,699 miles (+2,666)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,699 miles
    Test number
    772882355258
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass200,033 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    200,033 miles
    Test number
    225460617285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail200,025 miles (+5,443)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,025 miles
    Test number
    403686842670
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass194,582 miles (+266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    194,582 miles
    Test number
    161892995194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front discs splash guards.

  8. Pass194,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    194,316 miles
    Test number
    641044882010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail194,302 miles (+768)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,302 miles
    Test number
    229455725755
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass193,534 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    193,534 miles
    Test number
    650603455978
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slight corrosion

  11. Fail193,534 miles (+455)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,534 miles
    Test number
    665162538396
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working with headlamps on (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slight corrosion

  12. Pass193,079 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    193,079 miles
    Test number
    489841446903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damaged
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember & panel corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in top steering column bush/bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryRear service brake readings low, system may require adjustment or repair

  13. Fail193,076 miles (+831)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,076 miles
    Test number
    674663745408
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached bottom securing bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damaged
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember & panel corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in top steering column bush/bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryRear service brake readings low, system may require adjustment or repair

  14. Pass192,245 miles (+1,872)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    192,245 miles
    Test number
    906689063229
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  15. Pass190,373 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    190,373 miles
    Test number
    445711391551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail190,371 miles (+1,092)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,371 miles
    Test number
    402003012167
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel OS NS REAR (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective OS NS (3.4 (b) (i))

  17. Pass189,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    189,279 miles
    Test number
    756056247927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail189,279 miles (+656)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,279 miles
    Test number
    630733929046
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHorn switch is switch on dash and does not return automatically.

  19. Pass188,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    188,623 miles
    Test number
    788950339442
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail188,623 miles (+3,356)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,623 miles
    Test number
    731369199842
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass185,267 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    185,267 miles
    Test number
    957439375040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass184,995 miles (+193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    184,995 miles
    Test number
    716201524150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass184,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    184,802 miles
    Test number
    285456003432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail184,802 miles (+4,137)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,802 miles
    Test number
    925705703123
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass180,665 miles (+3,844)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    180,665 miles
    Test number
    405039982071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass176,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    176,821 miles
    Test number
    806148281011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail176,821 miles (+9,782)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,821 miles
    Test number
    219802681030
    • DangerousNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass167,039 miles (+8,133)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    167,039 miles
    Test number
    802821810110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass158,906 miles (+2,882)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    158,906 miles
    Test number
    913101879074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOff side front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter split
    • NoteOff side rear light cluster damaged

  30. Pass156,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    156,024 miles
    Test number
    361280268008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail156,013 miles (+3,078)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,013 miles
    Test number
    984500968050
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass152,935 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    152,935 miles
    Test number
    782681767019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass150,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    150,807 miles
    Test number
    160857376027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J417 FFB

Does J417 FFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J417 FFB is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J417 FFB?
The MOT on J417 FFB is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J417 FFB done?
J417 FFB was recorded at 203,538 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 2,563 miles a year.
Has J417 FFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J417 FFB has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on J417 FFB 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 J417 FFB find?
J417 FFB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: long brake pedal travel; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside park brake poor.

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