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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V54 DYJMOT history

V54 DYJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 152,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

V54 DYJ red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,486 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V54 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V54 DYJ was last recorded at 152,486 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 16,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,245 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
16,241 miles
Average per year
5,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,486 miles
  • 2025 – 136,245 miles
  • 2024 – 129,536 miles
  • 2023 – 119,847 miles
  • 2022 – 116,020 miles
  • 2021 – 111,595 miles
  • 2020 – 108,871 miles
  • 2019 – 105,004 miles
  • 2017 – 102,556 miles
  • 2016 – 96,831 miles
  • 2015 – 87,842 miles
  • 2014 – 80,352 miles
  • 2013 – 77,705 miles
  • 2012 – 74,648 miles
  • 2011 – 71,591 miles
  • 2010 – 67,944 miles
  • 2009 – 62,817 miles
  • 2008 – 58,439 miles
  • 2007 – 54,220 miles
  • 2006 – 49,251 miles
  • 2005 – 43,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,486 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,486 miles (+16,241)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    152,486 miles
    Test number
    353011373358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,245 miles (+6,709)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,245 miles
    Test number
    805862169681
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,536 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    129,536 miles
    Test number
    774154109699
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail129,536 miles (+9,689)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,536 miles
    Test number
    544743952397
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,847 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    119,847 miles
    Test number
    433992559283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,020 miles (+4,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,020 miles
    Test number
    510654650848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass111,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,595 miles
    Test number
    784961186806
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sliight leak on center exhaust (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail111,595 miles (+2,724)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,595 miles
    Test number
    746473731934
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sliight leak on center exhaust (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass108,871 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,871 miles
    Test number
    148713181066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,004 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    105,004 miles
    Test number
    821220276341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,556 miles (+5,725)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,556 miles
    Test number
    481645277448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,831 miles
    Test number
    231119623480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  13. Fail96,831 miles (+8,989)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,831 miles
    Test number
    782040517103
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking brakes failed on brake tester (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  14. Pass87,842 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,842 miles
    Test number
    305880107004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,812 miles (+7,460)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,812 miles
    Test number
    713420358900
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

  16. Pass80,352 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,352 miles
    Test number
    409100654429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,705 miles (+3,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,705 miles
    Test number
    878535613361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass74,648 miles (+3,057)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,648 miles
    Test number
    218813612363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,591 miles (+3,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,591 miles
    Test number
    497295011332
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  20. Pass67,944 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    903216900316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,817 miles (+4,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,817 miles
    Test number
    341735569232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass58,439 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    313774868249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,220 miles (+4,969)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,220 miles
    Test number
    844272167205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,251 miles (+5,458)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,251 miles
    Test number
    984351556240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,793 miles
    Test number
    814791955252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V54 DYJ

Does V54 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V54 DYJ is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V54 DYJ?
The MOT on V54 DYJ is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V54 DYJ done?
V54 DYJ was recorded at 152,486 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,213 miles a year.
Has V54 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V54 DYJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V54 DYJ 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 V54 DYJ find?
V54 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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