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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

W685 WFMMOT history

W685 WFM is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 70,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2025.

W685 WFM grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2026
Mileage
70,567 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W685 WFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W685 WFM was last recorded at 70,567 miles on 9 Jun 2025, 259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,308 miles · 17 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
259 miles
Average per year
2,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,567 miles
  • 2024 – 70,308 miles
  • 2023 – 67,513 miles
  • 2022 – 66,102 miles
  • 2021 – 61,169 miles
  • 2020 – 57,357 miles
  • 2019 – 53,748 miles
  • 2018 – 51,293 miles
  • 2017 – 48,274 miles
  • 2016 – 45,738 miles
  • 2015 – 42,338 miles
  • 2014 – 39,983 miles
  • 2013 – 38,688 miles
  • 2012 – 36,134 miles
  • 2011 – 32,103 miles
  • 2010 – 28,313 miles
  • 2009 – 28,000 miles
  • 2008 – 25,101 miles
  • 2007 – 22,575 miles
  • 2006 – 19,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,567 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal.

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Handbrake cable corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge an rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyres getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,567 miles (+259)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    267892334769
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal.

  2. Pass70,308 miles (+2,795)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,308 miles
    Test number
    963518214306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on
    • AdvisoryFront x member corroded

  3. Pass67,513 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    67,513 miles
    Test number
    554140738618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,102 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    458234169433
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail66,102 miles (+4,933)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    131331245207
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass61,169 miles (+3,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,169 miles
    Test number
    896597069342
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  7. Pass57,357 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,357 miles
    Test number
    583798207409
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable corroded

  8. Fail57,354 miles (+3,606)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,354 miles
    Test number
    265218075468
    • DangerousOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable corroded

  9. Pass53,748 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    760698117186
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge an rear (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail53,748 miles (+2,455)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    949636973167
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge an rear (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass51,293 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,293 miles
    Test number
    296766627931
    • AdvisoryTyres getting low

  12. Fail51,293 miles (+3,019)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,293 miles
    Test number
    175833740941
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyres getting low

  13. Pass48,274 miles (+2,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,274 miles
    Test number
    784071879685
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65/15c 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre out of shape

  14. Pass45,738 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,738 miles
    Test number
    590501277059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,699 miles (+3,361)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,699 miles
    Test number
    332021057432
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass42,338 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    379147975132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,983 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,983 miles
    Test number
    496302244169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,688 miles (+2,554)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,688 miles
    Test number
    497581723136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,134 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,134 miles
    Test number
    665707632172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,130 miles (+28)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,130 miles
    Test number
    546536032169
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  21. Fail36,102 miles (+3,999)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,102 miles
    Test number
    267285622125
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass32,103 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,103 miles
    Test number
    646666821180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail32,097 miles (+3,784)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,097 miles
    Test number
    206175721449
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass28,313 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,313 miles
    Test number
    194779810132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,000 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,000 miles
    Test number
    112632519455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,101 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,101 miles
    Test number
    714645218026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,575 miles (+3,187)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,575 miles
    Test number
    213953107063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,388 miles
    Test number
    641653626067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W685 WFM

Does W685 WFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W685 WFM expired on 2 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W685 WFM?
The MOT on W685 WFM expired on 2 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W685 WFM done?
W685 WFM was recorded at 70,567 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2025, an average of 2,641 miles a year.
Has W685 WFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W685 WFM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on W685 WFM 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 W685 WFM find?
W685 WFM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2025 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split.; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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