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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T808 YBLMOT history

T808 YBL is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 464,189 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
464,189 km
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
11,023 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T808 YBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T808 YBL was last recorded at 464,189 km on 21 Jan 2026, 5,683 km more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
458,506 km · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,683 km
Average per year
11,023 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 464,189 km
  • 2025 – 458,506 km
  • 2024 – 453,688 km
  • 2023 – 451,842 km
  • 2021 – 442,652 km
  • 2020 – 434,833 km
  • 2019 – 425,578 km
  • 2018 – 410,892 km
  • 2017 – 394,643 km
  • 2016 – 382,445 km
  • 2015 – 368,109 km
  • 2013 – 330,581 km
  • 2012 – 318,033 km
  • 2011 – 304,830 km
  • 2009 – 283,787 km
  • 2007 – 256,893 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass464,189 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass464,189 km (+5,683)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    464,189 km
    Test number
    573195885049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass458,506 km (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    458,506 km
    Test number
    385671512804
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail458,467 km (+4,779)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    458,467 km
    Test number
    396893249465
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass453,688 km (+1,846)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    453,688 km
    Test number
    820981231503
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Pass451,842 km (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    451,842 km
    Test number
    269442201646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail451,837 km (+9,185)16 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    451,837 km
    Test number
    735719688811
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass442,652 km (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    442,652 km
    Test number
    949532730808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail442,650 km (+7,817)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    442,650 km
    Test number
    259744565762
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass434,833 km (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    434,833 km
    Test number
    371199471673
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail434,819 km (+9,241)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    434,819 km
    Test number
    424370430807
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass425,578 km (+29)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    425,578 km
    Test number
    508523730216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail425,549 km (+14,657)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    425,549 km
    Test number
    522460124851
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside out sill central rusty
  13. Pass410,892 km (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    410,892 km
    Test number
    492321201664
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  14. Fail410,878 km (+16,235)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    410,878 km
    Test number
    612660579828
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass394,643 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    394,643 km
    Test number
    164655337497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail394,641 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    394,641 km
    Test number
    438846072996
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass382,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    382,445 miles
    Test number
    593674033749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail382,445 km (+14,336)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    382,445 km
    Test number
    487217728466
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  19. Pass368,109 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    368,109 km
    Test number
    676845192468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper ball joint has slight lift
  20. Pass348,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    348,525 miles
    Test number
    658831004380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass330,581 km (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    330,581 km
    Test number
    175740893220
    • NoteNear side front wish bone front bush has movement & requires replacement
    • NoteOff side rear tyre poor condition
  22. Fail330,580 km (+12,547)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    330,580 km
    Test number
    159197483214
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNear side front wish bone front bush has movement & requires replacement
    • NoteOff side rear tyre poor condition
  23. Pass318,033 km
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    318,033 km
    Test number
    838446802324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail318,033 km (+13,203)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,033 km
    Test number
    356243002391
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  25. Pass304,830 km (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    304,830 km
    Test number
    586099491272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  26. Fail304,823 km15 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,823 km
    Test number
    615421491205
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  27. Pass283,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    283,787 miles
    Test number
    814593419299
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  28. Fail283,787 km2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,787 km
    Test number
    313403019411
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  29. Pass251,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    251,451 miles
    Test number
    214810318235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass256,893 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    256,893 km
    Test number
    101395697447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail256,893 km3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,893 km
    Test number
    862592897084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r light lens cracked
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust
  32. Pass249,640 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    249,640 miles
    Test number
    162093306127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront numberplate cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about T808 YBL

Does T808 YBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T808 YBL is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T808 YBL?
The MOT on T808 YBL is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T808 YBL done?
T808 YBL was recorded at 464,189 km at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 11,023 km a year.
Has T808 YBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T808 YBL has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T808 YBL 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 T808 YBL find?
T808 YBL passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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