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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

V73 DYJMOT history

V73 DYJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 175,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

V73 DYJ red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2025
Mileage
175,584 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V73 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V73 DYJ was last recorded at 175,584 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,320 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
5,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,584 miles
  • 2023 – 175,320 miles
  • 2022 – 172,870 miles
  • 2021 – 166,588 miles
  • 2020 – 160,746 miles
  • 2018 – 159,490 miles
  • 2017 – 153,667 miles
  • 2016 – 149,842 miles
  • 2015 – 149,821 miles
  • 2014 – 140,360 miles
  • 2013 – 127,308 miles
  • 2012 – 106,425 miles
  • 2010 – 102,171 miles
  • 2009 – 96,555 miles
  • 2008 – 91,940 miles
  • 2007 – 81,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,584 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,584 miles (+264)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    175,584 miles
    Test number
    618450061012
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,320 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    175,320 miles
    Test number
    644061796252
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail175,320 miles (+2,450)1 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,320 miles
    Test number
    530506424476
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded link pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material link pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass172,870 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    172,870 miles
    Test number
    883726747585
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  5. Fail172,870 miles (+6,282)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,870 miles
    Test number
    728075484355
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded calliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded calliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  6. Pass166,588 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    166,588 miles
    Test number
    138142551084
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail166,588 miles (+5,842)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,588 miles
    Test number
    656652488776
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass160,746 miles (+1,256)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    160,746 miles
    Test number
    347357036303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass159,490 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    159,490 miles
    Test number
    997086834259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,667 miles (+3,825)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    153,667 miles
    Test number
    813631591784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass149,842 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    149,842 miles
    Test number
    756902616466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail149,821 miles (+9,461)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,821 miles
    Test number
    316144652459
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass140,360 miles (+13,052)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    140,360 miles
    Test number
    125229004315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,308 miles (+20,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,308 miles
    Test number
    288130703295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass106,425 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    106,425 miles
    Test number
    606489342172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,171 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    102,171 miles
    Test number
    814269470207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,555 miles (+4,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    312646109170
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass91,940 miles (+10,071)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    91,940 miles
    Test number
    260515898048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    81,869 miles
    Test number
    411071777085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V73 DYJ

Does V73 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V73 DYJ expired on 8 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V73 DYJ?
The MOT on V73 DYJ expired on 8 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V73 DYJ done?
V73 DYJ was recorded at 175,584 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 5,356 miles a year.
Has V73 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V73 DYJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V73 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 V73 DYJ find?
V73 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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