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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1992 · 2,370 cc

K52 YWKMOT history

K52 YWK is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Oct 1992. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 254,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2025.

K52 YWK red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
254,701 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K52 YWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K52 YWK was last recorded at 254,701 miles on 10 Feb 2025, 1,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
252,726 miles · 20 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,975 miles
Average per year
4,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 254,701 miles
  • 2024 – 252,726 miles
  • 2023 – 247,672 miles
  • 2021 – 247,668 miles
  • 2019 – 242,689 miles
  • 2018 – 234,134 miles
  • 2017 – 225,821 miles
  • 2016 – 217,108 miles
  • 2015 – 211,126 miles
  • 2014 – 205,149 miles
  • 2013 – 201,722 miles
  • 2012 – 198,309 miles
  • 2011 – 197,352 miles
  • 2010 – 190,453 miles
  • 2009 – 185,054 miles
  • 2008 – 178,129 miles
  • 2007 – 167,339 miles
  • 2006 – 163,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,701 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe 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.

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Excessive under-seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass254,701 miles (+1,975)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    254,701 miles
    Test number
    562770831681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass252,726 miles (+366)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    252,726 miles
    Test number
    137269007937
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner steering arms have play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail252,360 miles (+4,688)2 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,360 miles
    Test number
    585900273876
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Drum sticks excessively worn nearside and offside (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer/inner sills excessive underseal nearside and offside (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion to floor/foot well area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Heavy (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass247,672 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    247,672 miles
    Test number
    542900469409
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal Nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass247,668 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    247,668 miles
    Test number
    934596782278
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Excessive under-seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Excessive under-seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service and parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail247,668 miles (+4,979)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,668 miles
    Test number
    493202221520
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Excessive under-seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Excessive under-seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service and parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass242,689 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    242,689 miles
    Test number
    214657840654
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail242,576 miles (+8,442)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,576 miles
    Test number
    904445090265
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass234,134 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    234,134 miles
    Test number
    519116969007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail234,065 miles (+8,244)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,065 miles
    Test number
    286955200953
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass225,821 miles (+170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    225,821 miles
    Test number
    472583440489
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail225,651 miles (+8,543)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,651 miles
    Test number
    217051621977
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass217,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    217,108 miles
    Test number
    943890514285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail217,108 miles (+5,982)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,108 miles
    Test number
    452700611321
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass211,126 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    211,126 miles
    Test number
    246407545164
    • NoteUnable to check wheel bolts,wheel trims fitted

  16. Fail211,126 miles (+5,977)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,126 miles
    Test number
    726439035111
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check wheel bolts,wheel trims fitted

  17. Pass205,149 miles (+31)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    205,149 miles
    Test number
    706301304125
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail205,118 miles (+3,396)2 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,118 miles
    Test number
    499954594002
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass201,722 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    201,722 miles
    Test number
    255905683425
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOil leak on o/s/f lower

  20. Fail201,722 miles (+3,413)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,722 miles
    Test number
    905735383193
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOil leak on o/s/f lower

  21. Pass198,309 miles (+957)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    198,309 miles
    Test number
    636807682121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak from osf covering suspension with oil

  22. Pass197,352 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    197,352 miles
    Test number
    737109471111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  23. Fail197,352 miles (+6,899)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,352 miles
    Test number
    487049371171
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are badly cracked/perished!!

  24. Pass190,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    190,453 miles
    Test number
    471680690160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail190,453 miles (+5,399)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,453 miles
    Test number
    243559380498
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass185,054 miles (+6,925)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    185,054 miles
    Test number
    124441389183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass178,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    178,129 miles
    Test number
    992684688161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail178,129 miles (+10,790)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,129 miles
    Test number
    972954088152
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass167,339 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    167,339 miles
    Test number
    464256967100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail167,288 miles (+3,928)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,288 miles
    Test number
    594335167113
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNs steering rack has slight play

  31. Pass163,360 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    163,360 miles
    Test number
    233807276424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

Questions about K52 YWK

Does K52 YWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K52 YWK expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K52 YWK?
The MOT on K52 YWK expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K52 YWK done?
K52 YWK was recorded at 254,701 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2025, an average of 4,903 miles a year.
Has K52 YWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K52 YWK has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on K52 YWK 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 K52 YWK find?
K52 YWK passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2025 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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