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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Black · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R993 YDAMOT history

R993 YDA is a white and black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2020 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 225,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2023.

R993 YDA white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2020
Mileage
225,961 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R993 YDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R993 YDA was last recorded at 225,961 miles on 26 Jul 2023, 6,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,134 miles · 10 May 2019
Between the last two tests
6,827 miles
Average per year
4,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 225,961 miles
  • 2019 – 219,134 miles
  • 2018 – 216,446 miles
  • 2017 – 210,264 miles
  • 2016 – 199,754 miles
  • 2015 – 190,622 miles
  • 2014 – 184,036 miles
  • 2013 – 175,952 miles
  • 2012 – 169,134 miles
  • 2011 – 166,787 miles
  • 2010 – 163,822 miles
  • 2008 – 161,379 miles
  • 2007 – 153,946 miles
  • 2006 – 145,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail225,961 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousRear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength See chalked items (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking leek off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Body panel insecure sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail225,961 miles (+6,827)2 dangerous19 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,961 miles
    Test number
    781955561526
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength See chalked items (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking leek off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel insecure sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass219,134 miles (+33)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    219,134 miles
    Test number
    522078828718
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tow bar components corroded

  3. Fail219,101 miles (+2,655)2 major1 repaired19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,101 miles
    Test number
    181043649774
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake slightly low effort on roller brake test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly uneven application on roller brake test (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tow bar components corroded

  4. Pass216,446 miles (+1)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    216,446 miles
    Test number
    434121585537
    • AdvisoryBrake-pedal-anti-slip-rubber-worn
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  5. Fail216,445 miles (+6,181)6 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,445 miles
    Test number
    771658981189
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor-pan/lower-wheel-arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner-sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake-pedal-anti-slip-rubber-worn
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  6. Pass210,264 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    210,264 miles
    Test number
    780328313627
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened worn & lipped (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  7. Fail210,262 miles (+10,508)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,262 miles
    Test number
    266551937549
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn play in top mount & or bearing (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened worn & lipped (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  8. Pass199,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    199,754 miles
    Test number
    871682455998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail199,754 miles (+9,132)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,754 miles
    Test number
    932331296174
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Fail190,622 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,622 miles
    Test number
    737311825175
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  11. Pass190,622 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    190,622 miles
    Test number
    958671425135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail184,036 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,036 miles
    Test number
    225780444196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteA little corrosin starting around rear suspension mountings
    • NoteMinimal front bumo stop clearance

  13. Pass184,036 miles (+8,084)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    184,036 miles
    Test number
    497650844111
    • NoteA little corrosin starting around rear suspension mountings
    • NoteMinimal front bumo stop clearance

  14. Pass175,952 miles (+6,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    175,952 miles
    Test number
    775183643129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass169,134 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    169,134 miles
    Test number
    295319982053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass166,787 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    166,787 miles
    Test number
    786388401195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass163,822 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    163,822 miles
    Test number
    131619070455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass161,379 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    161,379 miles
    Test number
    571872118282
    • NoteN/S Mirror cracked
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wall scuffed

  19. Fail161,375 miles (+7,429)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,375 miles
    Test number
    752631118297
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteN/S Mirror cracked
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wall scuffed

  20. Pass153,946 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    153,946 miles
    Test number
    110275367103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail153,890 miles (+8,062)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,890 miles
    Test number
    302613567140
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn control insecure (1.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass145,828 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    145,828 miles
    Test number
    234677556427
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside obligatory mirror cracked

Questions about R993 YDA

Does R993 YDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R993 YDA expired on 22 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R993 YDA?
The MOT on R993 YDA expired on 22 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R993 YDA done?
R993 YDA was recorded at 225,961 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2023, an average of 4,676 miles a year.
Has R993 YDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R993 YDA has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on R993 YDA 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 R993 YDA find?
R993 YDA failed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 19 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; rear subframe mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; front subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength see chalked items, and 19 more.

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