
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc
J8 BSUMOT history
J8 BSU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,155 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 144,155 mi
- At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,215 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- J8 BSU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1997
- First used
- 31 Dec 1997
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
J8 BSU was last recorded at 144,155 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 144,146 miles · 26 Mar 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 9 miles
- Average per year
- 3,215 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 144,155 miles
- 2025 – 137,027 miles
- 2024 – 131,690 miles
- 2023 – 128,038 miles
- 2022 – 126,617 miles
- 2020 – 124,060 miles
- 2019 – 115,630 miles
- 2018 – 115,595 miles
- 2017 – 111,780 miles
- 2016 – 109,306 miles
- 2015 – 109,304 miles
- 2014 – 103,837 miles
- 2013 – 94,923 miles
- 2011 – 94,487 miles
- 2007 – 92,642 miles
- 2006 – 85,862 miles
- 2005 – 78,322 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Coolant leak
Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside doorstep corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
26 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass144,155 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 144,155 miles
- Test number
- 773687452681
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail144,146 miles (+7,119)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,146 miles
- Test number
- 175032406316
- MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass137,027 miles (+5,337)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 137,027 miles
- Test number
- 514297498557
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass131,690 miles (+9)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 131,690 miles
- Test number
- 706027650436
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside doorstep corroded
Fail131,681 miles (+3,643)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,681 miles
- Test number
- 202732973625
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside doorstep corroded
Pass128,038 miles (+1,421)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 128,038 miles
- Test number
- 480987285951
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass126,617 miles (+13)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 126,617 miles
- Test number
- 655448454616
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
Fail126,604 miles (+2,544)1 dangerous12 major1 repaired10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,604 miles
- Test number
- 603792125034
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
- MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testLoading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing is corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive siil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing is corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
- AdvisoryExhaust rear is corroded and rubber mounting is split
Pass124,060 miles (+8,430)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 124,060 miles
- Test number
- 987866720841
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass115,630 miles (+35)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 115,630 miles
- Test number
- 132873734677
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Fail115,595 miles (+3,815)6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,595 miles
- Test number
- 637631846817
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- FailureNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s inner step sill corroded within 30cm of seat belt lower anchorage (6.1.B.2)
- FailureObligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
Pass111,780 miles (+12)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 111,780 miles
- Test number
- 169997644456
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRadiator cooling fan inoperative
- AdvisorySlight corrosion n/s/f inner sill
- AdvisorySlight play n/s steering arm
Fail111,768 miles (+2,462)1 failure6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,768 miles
- Test number
- 352309082419
- FailureEmissions not tested due to overheating (7.3.A.1)
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySlight corrosion n/s/f inner sill
- AdvisorySlight play n/s steering arm
Pass109,306 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 109,306 miles
- Test number
- 428090238538
- AdvisorySlight play in wheel bearing
Fail109,304 miles (+5,467)7 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,304 miles
- Test number
- 333510301735
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side lamp when brake applies (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front out rigger (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
- FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering front cross member (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has a cut on shoulder (4.1.E.1)
Pass103,837 miles (+7)5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2015
- Odometer
- 103,837 miles
- Test number
- 216373734110
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteUnderbody starting to corroed
- NoteWelding underseald
Fail103,830 miles (+8,907)12 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,830 miles
- Test number
- 275619124182
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteUnderbody starting to corroed
Pass94,923 miles (+436)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2014
- Odometer
- 94,923 miles
- Test number
- 207550633487
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass94,487 miles (+9)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 94,487 miles
- Test number
- 587266771267
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteO/s inner drive shaft boot split
Fail94,478 miles (+1,836)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,478 miles
- Test number
- 447705061288
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOuter Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteO/s inner drive shaft boot split
Pass92,642 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 92,642 miles
- Test number
- 910217617332
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail92,642 miles (+6,780)1 dangerous8 failures3 advisories7 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,642 miles
- Test number
- 342132217337
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
- FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteBoth rear wipers split
- NoteHorn insicure
- NoteO/s/f inner cv boot gaitor split
- NoteO/s/f mirror glass cracked
- NoteOil leak
- NotePossible coolant leak
- NoteSpare tyre defective
Pass85,862 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 85,862 miles
- Test number
- 282243886241
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail85,862 miles (+7,540)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,862 miles
- Test number
- 203352786240
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureRegistration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
Pass78,322 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 78,322 miles
- Test number
- 441390585223
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,322 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,322 miles
- Test number
- 651909475208
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Questions about J8 BSU
- Does J8 BSU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 BSU is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on J8 BSU?
- The MOT on J8 BSU is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has J8 BSU done?
- J8 BSU was recorded at 144,155 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 3,215 miles a year.
- Has J8 BSU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. J8 BSU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on J8 BSU 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 J8 BSU find?
- J8 BSU passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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