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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V72 DYJMOT history

V72 DYJ is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 168,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

V72 DYJ green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,723 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V72 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V72 DYJ was last recorded at 168,723 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 4,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,900 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,823 miles
Average per year
5,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,723 miles
  • 2025 – 163,900 miles
  • 2024 – 158,637 miles
  • 2023 – 153,567 miles
  • 2022 – 147,940 miles
  • 2021 – 142,539 miles
  • 2020 – 135,516 miles
  • 2019 – 129,482 miles
  • 2018 – 123,336 miles
  • 2017 – 116,634 miles
  • 2016 – 109,896 miles
  • 2015 – 102,531 miles
  • 2014 – 95,691 miles
  • 2013 – 93,333 miles
  • 2012 – 90,859 miles
  • 2011 – 86,916 miles
  • 2010 – 81,251 miles
  • 2009 – 74,290 miles
  • 2008 – 66,861 miles
  • 2007 – 59,438 miles
  • 2006 – 51,642 miles
  • 2005 – 44,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,723 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

37 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,723 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,723 miles
    Test number
    126785251810
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded

  2. Fail168,723 miles (+4,823)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,723 miles
    Test number
    371130823354
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass163,900 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,900 miles
    Test number
    342618978499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail163,891 miles (+5,254)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,891 miles
    Test number
    319366090889
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass158,637 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,637 miles
    Test number
    927005869804
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail158,635 miles (+5,068)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,635 miles
    Test number
    437976387466
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass153,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    153,567 miles
    Test number
    473255706814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,562 miles (+5,622)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,562 miles
    Test number
    632458016942
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass147,940 miles (+221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,940 miles
    Test number
    863034237208
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  10. Fail147,719 miles (+5,180)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,719 miles
    Test number
    304420716027
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch near sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  11. Pass142,539 miles (+7,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,539 miles
    Test number
    536217465300
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass135,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,516 miles
    Test number
    370004991137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail135,516 miles (+6,034)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,516 miles
    Test number
    779952556889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass129,482 miles (+15)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,482 miles
    Test number
    147778856047
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Fail129,467 miles (+6,131)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,467 miles
    Test number
    683326816920
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill and floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass123,336 miles (+6,702)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,336 miles
    Test number
    214714623400
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass116,634 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,634 miles
    Test number
    497430205468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,622 miles (+6,726)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,622 miles
    Test number
    913692461205
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,896 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,896 miles
    Test number
    818397146357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail109,890 miles (+7,359)2 failures1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,890 miles
    Test number
    532054964525
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass102,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    783374196776
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rack

  22. Fail102,531 miles (+6,840)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    256986677497
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rack

  23. Pass95,691 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,691 miles
    Test number
    366186274205
    • NoteRear brake valve operation tight

  24. Fail95,691 miles (+2,358)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,691 miles
    Test number
    305076374216
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePerishing/wear on rear tyre sidewalls
    • NoteRear brake valve operation tight

  25. Pass93,333 miles (+2,474)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    93,333 miles
    Test number
    788495373239
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NotePerishing on rear tyres

  26. Pass90,859 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    706559872281
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side wall badly scuffed.

  27. Fail90,859 miles (+3,943)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    889858972240
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side wall badly scuffed.

  28. Pass86,916 miles (+5,665)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    86,916 miles
    Test number
    975127071263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass81,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,251 miles
    Test number
    704813570276
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Fail81,251 miles (+6,961)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,251 miles
    Test number
    244682470269
    • DangerousFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass74,290 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    994420189231
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront hand brake cable corroded but not considered excessive

  32. Fail74,290 miles (+7,429)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    964839879270
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront hand brake cable corroded but not considered excessive

  33. Pass66,861 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    353880788437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside headlight glass cracked
    • NoteNearside felxi hose at LSV perished
    • NoteRear reg deteriated but readable from 20 meters

  34. Fail66,861 miles (+7,423)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    154878878226
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut on outer wall (not showing cords or ply at time of test )
    • NoteOffsidd headlamp glass cracked(not affecting aim or light output)
    • NoteRear registration plate is deteriorated, but readable from 20 metres at time of test
    • NoteSlight play in steering arms or steering rack
    • NoteSttering track rod ends slightly perished

  35. Pass59,438 miles (+7,796)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,438 miles
    Test number
    284516777223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass51,642 miles (+7,418)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    383968976489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass44,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,224 miles
    Test number
    730113885284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V72 DYJ

Does V72 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V72 DYJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V72 DYJ?
The MOT on V72 DYJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V72 DYJ done?
V72 DYJ was recorded at 168,723 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 5,930 miles a year.
Has V72 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V72 DYJ has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V72 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 V72 DYJ find?
V72 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); engine oil level low; offside front wheel arch corroded.

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