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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,461 cc

P976 EPYMOT history

P976 EPY is a green petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

P976 EPY green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,911 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P976 EPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P976 EPY was last recorded at 111,911 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,885 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
1,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,911 miles
  • 2025 – 109,861 miles
  • 2024 – 108,023 miles
  • 2023 – 105,290 miles
  • 2022 – 101,290 miles
  • 2021 – 99,372 miles
  • 2020 – 97,593 miles
  • 2019 – 95,062 miles
  • 2018 – 92,555 miles
  • 2017 – 90,612 miles
  • 2016 – 89,006 miles
  • 2015 – 88,475 miles
  • 2014 – 86,475 miles
  • 2013 – 85,608 miles
  • 2012 – 84,451 miles
  • 2011 – 83,399 miles
  • 2010 – 82,989 miles
  • 2009 – 81,322 miles
  • 2008 – 78,272 miles
  • 2007 – 75,983 miles
  • 2006 – 73,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,911 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front both front shock absorber casings heavily corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front tyre splits in outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,911 miles (+26)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,911 miles
    Test number
    440343142467
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail111,885 miles (+2,024)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,885 miles
    Test number
    268835581994
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass109,861 miles (+1,838)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,861 miles
    Test number
    470374126192
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,023 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    690757105925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,290 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    105,290 miles
    Test number
    677743999382
    • AdvisoryFront both front shock absorber casings heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail105,286 miles (+3,996)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    875936973072
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both front shock absorber casings heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass101,290 miles (+1,918)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,290 miles
    Test number
    844107275576
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass99,372 miles (+1,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,372 miles
    Test number
    701281261501
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyre treads low, sidewall perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass97,593 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,593 miles
    Test number
    829292247182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,062 miles (+2,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    827357269722
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass92,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    970976190714
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre splits in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail92,555 miles (+1,943)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    548792979013
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre splits in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass90,612 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,612 miles
    Test number
    769394223173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started - off side front wheel arch - front by jacking point areas - both inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryFront heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 3mm - off side tyres cracks
    • AdvisoryNear side wiper poor

  14. Fail90,612 miles (+1,606)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,612 miles
    Test number
    731244897964
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started - off side front wheel arch - front by jacking point areas - both inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryFront heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 3mm - off side tyres cracks
    • AdvisoryNear side wiper poor

  15. Pass89,006 miles (+531)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,006 miles
    Test number
    610679890033
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCat corrosion - exhaust heat shield noise
    • AdvisoryOff side tyres cracks
    • AdvisoryStart of corrosion near side inner and outer sill

  16. Pass88,475 miles (+2,000)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,475 miles
    Test number
    507090575055
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCat mount corroded - repaired
    • NoteCorrosion near side inner and outer sill areas
    • NoteSmall cracks off side rear tyre

  17. Pass86,475 miles (+867)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,475 miles
    Test number
    106368274494
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCat corrosion
    • NoteNear side inner and outer sill start of corrosion
    • NoteOff side rear tyre tread cracks
    • NoteRear seat up

  18. Pass85,608 miles (+1,157)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,608 miles
    Test number
    228837363002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteBrake pedal soft
    • NoteCat and mount corrosion
    • NoteNear side front and off side front chassis corrosion suggest repair
    • NoteNear side sill start of corrosion
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracks edge wear

  19. Pass84,451 miles (+1,052)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,451 miles
    Test number
    357332972001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal soft
    • NoteExhaust corrosion
    • NoteFront tyres edge wear
    • NoteNear side front and off side front outriggers corrosion
    • NoteRear belts not checked seat up

  20. Pass83,399 miles (+410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,399 miles
    Test number
    949822361079
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass82,989 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,989 miles
    Test number
    383904760060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,322 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,322 miles
    Test number
    102261079057
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail81,321 miles (+3,049)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,321 miles
    Test number
    524329169034
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass78,272 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    78,272 miles
    Test number
    901340978041
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNAIL IN N/S/R TYRE

  25. Fail78,270 miles (+2,287)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,270 miles
    Test number
    860890778092
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNAIL IN N/S/R TYRE

  26. Pass75,983 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    75,983 miles
    Test number
    143131277425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    73,319 miles
    Test number
    794943676023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P976 EPY

Does P976 EPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P976 EPY is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P976 EPY?
The MOT on P976 EPY is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P976 EPY done?
P976 EPY was recorded at 111,911 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 1,894 miles a year.
Has P976 EPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P976 EPY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P976 EPY 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 P976 EPY find?
P976 EPY passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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