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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,370 cc

P495 JYCMOT history

P495 JYC is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 187,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

P495 JYC white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
187,976 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P495 JYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P495 JYC was last recorded at 187,976 miles on 21 May 2026, 4,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,541 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,435 miles
Average per year
3,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,976 miles
  • 2025 – 183,541 miles
  • 2024 – 176,023 miles
  • 2023 – 171,765 miles
  • 2022 – 171,684 miles
  • 2021 – 171,533 miles
  • 2020 – 171,070 miles
  • 2019 – 171,052 miles
  • 2018 – 171,013 miles
  • 2017 – 170,984 miles
  • 2016 – 170,800 miles
  • 2015 – 170,454 miles
  • 2014 – 169,796 miles
  • 2005 – 112,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,976 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,976 miles
    Test number
    524572849237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail187,974 miles (+4,433)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,974 miles
    Test number
    378766529489
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass183,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    183,541 miles
    Test number
    976693309996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail183,541 miles (+7,518)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,541 miles
    Test number
    170980763546
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass176,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    176,023 miles
    Test number
    566623852984
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail176,023 miles (+4,258)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,023 miles
    Test number
    820653425199
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass171,765 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    171,765 miles
    Test number
    233124263662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,684 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    171,684 miles
    Test number
    889833333952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,682 miles (+149)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,682 miles
    Test number
    638884243381
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working Aftermarket LED tail lights fitted. (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  10. Pass171,533 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    171,533 miles
    Test number
    354363825320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass171,070 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    171,070 miles
    Test number
    279813129031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass171,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    171,052 miles
    Test number
    974773275270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail171,052 miles (+39)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,052 miles
    Test number
    837775734391
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass171,013 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    171,013 miles
    Test number
    784741906358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass170,984 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    170,984 miles
    Test number
    414434662918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass170,800 miles (+346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    170,800 miles
    Test number
    687176152076
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber deteriorated..
    • AdvisoryO/s/r high side light not working

  17. Pass170,454 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,454 miles
    Test number
    468342985001
    • NoteSlight difficulty adjusting drivers seat
    • NoteSlight run-out on n/s/r tyre.

  18. Fail170,454 miles (+658)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,454 miles
    Test number
    957332685079
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight difficulty adjusting drivers seat
    • NoteSlight run-out on n/s/r tyre.

  19. Pass169,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    169,796 miles
    Test number
    347055234049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail169,796 miles (+56,896)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,796 miles
    Test number
    438773524061
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery loose.
    • NoteHand-brake cables damaged and in poor condition
    • NoteHeavy fluctuation on rear brakes.

  21. Pass112,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    112,900 miles
    Test number
    262557355280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P495 JYC

Does P495 JYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P495 JYC is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P495 JYC?
The MOT on P495 JYC is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P495 JYC done?
P495 JYC was recorded at 187,976 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,630 miles a year.
Has P495 JYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P495 JYC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P495 JYC 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 P495 JYC find?
P495 JYC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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