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Yellow and White · Petrol · 1980 · 1,584 cc

WRL 270MOT history

WRL 270 is a yellow and white petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 16 Apr 1980. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,966 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WRL 270
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Yellow and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,584 cc
Year of manufacture
1980
First used
16 Apr 1980
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WRL 270 was last recorded at 89,966 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 1,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,508 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,458 miles
Average per year
1,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,966 miles
  • 2025 – 88,508 miles
  • 2024 – 87,649 miles
  • 2023 – 86,517 miles
  • 2022 – 85,567 miles
  • 2021 – 83,978 miles
  • 2020 – 83,262 miles
  • 2019 – 81,648 miles
  • 2017 – 79,723 miles
  • 2016 – 76,845 miles
  • 2015 – 73,821 miles
  • 2014 – 71,464 miles
  • 2013 – 70,997 miles
  • 2012 – 69,058 miles
  • 2011 – 67,150 miles
  • 2010 – 64,925 miles
  • 2009 – 64,128 miles
  • 2008 – 62,584 miles
  • 2007 – 59,827 miles
  • 2006 – 59,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,966 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,966 miles (+1,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,966 miles
    Test number
    679118072777
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,508 miles (+859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,508 miles
    Test number
    474578783366
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,649 miles (+1,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    241779300810
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded but not exclusive
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive

  4. Pass86,517 miles (+950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,517 miles
    Test number
    117338643491
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,567 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,567 miles
    Test number
    849125896260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,978 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,978 miles
    Test number
    868357195147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,262 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,262 miles
    Test number
    596591096121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,648 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,648 miles
    Test number
    239077710019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,723 miles
    Test number
    716048274658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,723 miles (+2,878)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,723 miles
    Test number
    861218447069
    • FailureFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner valance (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end cap (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass76,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,845 miles
    Test number
    930976488213
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail76,845 miles (+3,024)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,845 miles
    Test number
    495818985074
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass73,821 miles (+2,357)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    161742558629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,464 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,464 miles
    Test number
    109431784108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,463 miles (+466)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,463 miles
    Test number
    298197574107
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass70,997 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,997 miles
    Test number
    347483403242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail70,993 miles (+1,935)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,993 miles
    Test number
    178683303290
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass69,058 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,058 miles
    Test number
    659538592138
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  19. Fail69,058 miles (+1,908)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,058 miles
    Test number
    778904392115
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  20. Pass67,150 miles (+572)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,150 miles
    Test number
    805490611251
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass66,578 miles (+1,653)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,578 miles
    Test number
    946398781195
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f ball joint gaiters split

  22. Pass64,925 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,925 miles
    Test number
    713290690160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,128 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,128 miles
    Test number
    641810229223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s mirror ==o/s front door step;==n/s rear engine bay corroded

  24. Fail64,128 miles (+7)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,128 miles
    Test number
    420469919224
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s mirror ==o/s front door step;==n/s rear engine bay corroded

  25. Fail64,121 miles (+1,537)9 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,121 miles
    Test number
    390192109259
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s rear bonnet area has corrosion
    • NoteO/s front lower inner wing
    • NoteO/s front mirror glass slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear number plate is slightly deteriorated

  26. Pass62,584 miles (+124)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,584 miles
    Test number
    360696428433
    • NoteNon structal corrosion to engine bay panels
    • NoteNon structal corrosion to underside
    • NotePrevious welding repairs to underside

  27. Fail62,460 miles (+2,633)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,460 miles
    Test number
    300033408287
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteGeneral underbody surface corrosion
    • NoteNon structual corrosion of off side and near side secondary floor pans
    • NoteNon structual corrosion ofnerr side rear engine bay floor
    • NotePrevios welding repairs to seat belt mountings and floors

  28. Pass59,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,827 miles
    Test number
    443951227232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail59,827 miles (+151)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,827 miles
    Test number
    734651727277
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteBrake pipes, sills & floor corroded, steering very stiff.

  30. Fail59,676 miles11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,676 miles
    Test number
    182792756111
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about WRL 270

What vehicle is registration WRL 270 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WRL 270 on a yellow and white petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 16 Apr 1980. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WRL 270 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WRL 270 is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on WRL 270?
The MOT on WRL 270 is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WRL 270 done?
WRL 270 was recorded at 89,966 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 1,511 miles a year.
Has WRL 270 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WRL 270 has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on WRL 270 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 WRL 270 find?
WRL 270 passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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