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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R950 YLBMOT history

R950 YLB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

R950 YLB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
137,218 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R950 YLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R950 YLB was last recorded at 137,218 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 6,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,024 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,194 miles
Average per year
1,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,218 miles
  • 2025 – 131,024 miles
  • 2024 – 131,009 miles
  • 2023 – 130,591 miles
  • 2022 – 129,079 miles
  • 2021 – 128,375 miles
  • 2020 – 128,110 miles
  • 2019 – 126,291 miles
  • 2018 – 124,511 miles
  • 2016 – 123,140 miles
  • 2015 – 120,560 miles
  • 2013 – 120,406 miles
  • 2012 – 119,124 miles
  • 2011 – 116,533 miles
  • 2010 – 114,183 miles
  • 2009 – 112,617 miles
  • 2008 – 110,994 miles
  • 2007 – 101,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,218 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,218 miles (+6,194)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    137,218 miles
    Test number
    696839726923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,024 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    131,024 miles
    Test number
    960634681984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail131,009 miles (+418)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,009 miles
    Test number
    354368549052
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer b pillar under fuel cap (within 30cm of seatbelt mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower rear wheelarch (within 30cm of rear suspension mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower rear wheelarch (within 30cm of rear suspension mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brakes only just met imbalance requirements at time of test (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch corroded and holed around lower grommet area, not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch above suspension arm mount corroded, not yet holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sliding door lower rear corner corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under drivers door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively only just met requirements at time of test (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass130,591 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,591 miles
    Test number
    789338794347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch behind sliding door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail130,591 miles (+1,512)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,591 miles
    Test number
    246165270357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch behind sliding door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass129,079 miles (+704)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,079 miles
    Test number
    776498273658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill at B pillar near seatbelt mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass128,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,375 miles
    Test number
    860479535076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,375 miles (+265)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,375 miles
    Test number
    902870838944
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass128,110 miles (+1,819)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,110 miles
    Test number
    267636337405
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass126,291 miles (+1,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,291 miles
    Test number
    507707417534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv boot

  11. Pass124,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    752639751128
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail124,511 miles (+1,371)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    558441392566
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass123,140 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,140 miles
    Test number
    995197085863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,560 miles (+154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,560 miles
    Test number
    125679195164
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass120,406 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,406 miles
    Test number
    717744963024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail120,406 miles (+1,282)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,406 miles
    Test number
    269164563093
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass119,124 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    119,124 miles
    Test number
    787575522185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,533 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    116,533 miles
    Test number
    417779021114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass114,183 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,183 miles
    Test number
    112251320135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,617 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    112,617 miles
    Test number
    222429419115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Fail112,591 miles (+1,597)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,591 miles
    Test number
    224748519479
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass110,994 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    110,994 miles
    Test number
    144899728163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,990 miles (+50)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,990 miles
    Test number
    503702928158
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  24. Fail110,940 miles (+9,444)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,940 miles
    Test number
    223877418459
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass101,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    101,496 miles
    Test number
    710321127181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R950 YLB

Does R950 YLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R950 YLB is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R950 YLB?
The MOT on R950 YLB is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R950 YLB done?
R950 YLB was recorded at 137,218 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 1,855 miles a year.
Has R950 YLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R950 YLB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on R950 YLB 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 R950 YLB find?
R950 YLB passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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