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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

S12 TYBMOT history

S12 TYB is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 238,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

S12 TYB black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
238,291 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 TYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 TYB was last recorded at 238,291 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,349 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,942 miles
Average per year
9,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,291 miles
  • 2025 – 236,349 miles
  • 2024 – 231,825 miles
  • 2023 – 228,567 miles
  • 2022 – 224,456 miles
  • 2021 – 222,801 miles
  • 2020 – 219,181 miles
  • 2019 – 212,685 miles
  • 2017 – 199,769 miles
  • 2016 – 185,135 miles
  • 2015 – 176,251 miles
  • 2014 – 167,437 miles
  • 2013 – 152,833 miles
  • 2012 – 135,971 miles
  • 2011 – 109,191 miles
  • 2010 – 83,629 miles
  • 2009 – 62,082 miles
  • 2008 – 54,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,291 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,291 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    238,291 miles
    Test number
    608239306906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass236,349 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    236,349 miles
    Test number
    188006101900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail236,347 miles (+4,522)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,347 miles
    Test number
    864755183762
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle @39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass231,825 miles (+3,258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    231,825 miles
    Test number
    434874332817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass228,567 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    228,567 miles
    Test number
    578048046381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass224,456 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    224,456 miles
    Test number
    759805983927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass222,801 miles (+3,620)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    222,801 miles
    Test number
    828688831554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass219,181 miles (+6,496)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    219,181 miles
    Test number
    809824072998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryLower arm bushes worn

  9. Pass212,685 miles (+12,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    212,685 miles
    Test number
    845757161444
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass199,769 miles (+7,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    199,769 miles
    Test number
    827479589135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass191,803 miles (+6,668)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    191,803 miles
    Test number
    808627813487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass185,135 miles (+8,884)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    185,135 miles
    Test number
    655003413016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass176,251 miles (+8,814)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    176,251 miles
    Test number
    237125655068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass167,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    167,437 miles
    Test number
    578176554057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail167,437 miles (+14,604)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,437 miles
    Test number
    168046354043
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass152,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    152,833 miles
    Test number
    155407153094
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail152,833 miles (+16,862)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,833 miles
    Test number
    566457153033
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass135,971 miles (+26,780)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    135,971 miles
    Test number
    287463852023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,191 miles (+25,562)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    109,191 miles
    Test number
    658302551096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,629 miles (+21,547)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,629 miles
    Test number
    123499940034
    • NoteSlight play in front anti roll bar bushes

  21. Pass62,082 miles (+7,254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,082 miles
    Test number
    334559649051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,828 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,828 miles
    Test number
    931631568006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,662 miles
    Test number
    893527938020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail54,662 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,662 miles
    Test number
    773002538052
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S12 TYB

Does S12 TYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 TYB is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 TYB?
The MOT on S12 TYB is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 TYB done?
S12 TYB was recorded at 238,291 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 9,935 miles a year.
Has S12 TYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 TYB has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S12 TYB 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 S12 TYB find?
S12 TYB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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