
Volkswagen Transporter
Black · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc
P39 RYLMOT history
P39 RYL is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 250,917 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Aug 2025
- Mileage
- 250,917 mi
- At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
- MOT tests
- 28
- 16 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 2,484 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P39 RYL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 11 Oct 1996
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Aug 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
P39 RYL was last recorded at 250,917 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 15 Mar 2010: 200,168 miles, lower than 217,732 miles on 19 Mar 2009.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 250,675 miles · 2 Dec 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 242 miles
- Average per year
- 2,484 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 250,917 miles
- 2022 – 250,675 miles
- 2021 – 246,442 miles
- 2020 – 243,666 miles
- 2018 – 241,410 miles
- 2017 – 238,516 miles
- 2016 – 234,371 miles
- 2015 – 230,355 miles
- 2014 – 227,288 miles
- 2013 – 222,985 miles
- 2012 – 217,858 miles
- 2011 – 211,048 miles
- 2010 – 200,168 miles
- 2009 – 217,732 miles
- 2008 – 214,506 miles
- 2006 – 204,588 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
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.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022
Brake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Oil leak
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Full MOT history
28 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass250,917 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 250,917 miles
- Test number
- 471081490729
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail250,915 miles (+240)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 250,915 miles
- Test number
- 999720930877
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass250,675 miles (+4,233)2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 250,675 miles
- Test number
- 990920477025
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shields insecure
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security engine bay to inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- 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))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering mounting bracket as a broken fixing but remains secure
Pass246,442 miles (+2,776)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 246,442 miles
- Test number
- 963779054925
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- 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))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass243,666 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 243,666 miles
- Test number
- 498510867860
- AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn/perished
- AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/lipped
- AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
- AdvisoryRear springs corroded
Fail243,666 miles (+2,256)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,666 miles
- Test number
- 993542816632
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn/perished
- AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/lipped
- AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
- AdvisoryRear springs corroded
Pass241,410 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 241,410 miles
- Test number
- 506342741853
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail241,410 miles (+2,894)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 241,410 miles
- Test number
- 645849567042
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass238,516 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 238,516 miles
- Test number
- 169228072368
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail238,516 miles (+4,145)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,516 miles
- Test number
- 773932520468
- FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass234,371 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 234,371 miles
- Test number
- 885438376484
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail234,371 miles (+4,016)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 234,371 miles
- Test number
- 576474121294
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded several (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass230,355 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 230,355 miles
- Test number
- 989964115271
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail230,355 miles (+3,067)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 230,355 miles
- Test number
- 556006805249
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass227,288 miles (+14)10 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 227,288 miles
- Test number
- 569064704230
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth rear tyres are steppimg on inner egdes
Fail227,274 miles (+4,289)3 dangerous10 failures11 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,274 miles
- Test number
- 205570994436
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- DangerousPower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
- FailureDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
- FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- FailureOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth rear tyres are steppimg on inner egdes
Pass222,985 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 222,985 miles
- Test number
- 595552293100
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail222,985 miles (+5,127)6 failures9 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,985 miles
- Test number
- 507797753154
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass217,858 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 217,858 miles
- Test number
- 206819052144
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteScreen cracked offside lower corner, outside swept zone
Fail217,858 miles (+118)8 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,858 miles
- Test number
- 986859342163
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteScreen cracked offside lower corner, outside swept zone
Fail217,740 miles (+6,692)9 failures2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,740 miles
- Test number
- 479184582020
- FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteCorrosion to underside of van
- NoteRear springs loose
Pass211,048 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 211,048 miles
- Test number
- 247877981047
- NoteOil leak
Fail211,048 miles (+10,880)2 dangerous5 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,048 miles
- Test number
- 578382581014
- DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteUnable to check brake pads
Pass200,168 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 200,168 miles
- Test number
- 901208770093
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail200,168 miles (-17,564)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,168 miles
- Test number
- 523924370009
- FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Pass217,732 miles (+3,226)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 217,732 miles
- Test number
- 831288379087
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteExhaust emits white smoke
Pass214,506 miles (+9,918)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 214,506 miles
- Test number
- 603840388006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass204,588 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 204,588 miles
- Test number
- 623273506042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about P39 RYL
- Does P39 RYL currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on P39 RYL expired on 28 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on P39 RYL?
- The MOT on P39 RYL expired on 28 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has P39 RYL done?
- P39 RYL was recorded at 250,917 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 2,484 miles a year.
- Has P39 RYL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P39 RYL has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
- Has the mileage on P39 RYL ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on P39 RYL find?
- P39 RYL passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.
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