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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T18 BYWMOT history

T18 BYW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 159,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,417 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 BYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 BYW was last recorded at 159,417 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 14,909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,508 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,909 miles
Average per year
8,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,417 miles
  • 2024 – 144,508 miles
  • 2023 – 115,122 miles
  • 2022 – 106,834 miles
  • 2021 – 105,103 miles
  • 2020 – 102,991 miles
  • 2019 – 95,848 miles
  • 2018 – 76,574 miles
  • 2017 – 74,814 miles
  • 2016 – 73,017 miles
  • 2015 – 56,958 miles
  • 2014 – 48,508 miles
  • 2013 – 38,642 miles
  • 2012 – 30,450 miles
  • 2011 – 25,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,417 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,417 miles
    Test number
    802953349241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail159,417 miles (+14,909)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,417 miles
    Test number
    565262487908
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass144,508 miles (+29,386)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    144,508 miles
    Test number
    228432949351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,122 miles (+8,288)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,122 miles
    Test number
    181199556487
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,834 miles (+1,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    947130855192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass105,103 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,103 miles
    Test number
    273603341221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,991 miles (+7,143)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,991 miles
    Test number
    780240909908
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,848 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,848 miles
    Test number
    915735236942
    • MinorCentral Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail95,840 miles (+19,266)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,840 miles
    Test number
    339525283754
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    220585652007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,574 miles (+1,760)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    951984595425
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  12. Pass74,814 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,814 miles
    Test number
    316264941239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,017 miles (+16,059)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,017 miles
    Test number
    630004964871
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass56,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,958 miles
    Test number
    808946635085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,958 miles (+8,450)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,958 miles
    Test number
    935126235046
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass48,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,508 miles
    Test number
    256544744030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,508 miles (+9,866)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,508 miles
    Test number
    397454744049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass38,642 miles (+8,192)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,642 miles
    Test number
    407617413056
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteO/s front brake disc scored

  19. Pass30,450 miles (+4,835)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,450 miles
    Test number
    475480842080
    • NoteSteering rack is damp on offside

  20. Pass25,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,615 miles
    Test number
    706492351009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 BYW

Does T18 BYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 BYW is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 BYW?
The MOT on T18 BYW is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 BYW done?
T18 BYW was recorded at 159,417 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 8,668 miles a year.
Has T18 BYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 BYW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 BYW 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 T18 BYW find?
T18 BYW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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