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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

Y23 BAKMOT history

Y23 BAK is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Feb 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 204,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

Y23 BAK green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
204,235 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 BAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
17 Feb 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 BAK was last recorded at 204,235 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,021 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
17,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,235 miles
  • 2025 – 189,735 miles
  • 2024 – 174,181 miles
  • 2023 – 159,260 miles
  • 2021 – 133,113 miles
  • 2020 – 127,200 miles
  • 2019 – 96,634 miles
  • 2017 – 47,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,235 miles
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,235 miles (+214)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    204,235 miles
    Test number
    215491828691
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  2. Fail204,021 miles (+14,286)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,021 miles
    Test number
    144490536918
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Pass189,735 miles (+236)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    189,735 miles
    Test number
    869731062404
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Fail189,499 miles (+15,318)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,499 miles
    Test number
    161150856782
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  5. Pass174,181 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,181 miles
    Test number
    560241361004
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  6. Fail174,181 miles (+14,921)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,181 miles
    Test number
    543392963587
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  7. Pass159,260 miles (+196)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    159,260 miles
    Test number
    661404552517
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail159,064 miles (+25,951)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,064 miles
    Test number
    538068305765
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass133,113 miles (+5,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,113 miles
    Test number
    259346232381
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer deteriorated

  10. Pass127,200 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    676750460317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,199 miles (+30,565)3 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,199 miles
    Test number
    232400950351
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass96,634 miles (+48,918)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,634 miles
    Test number
    927425377040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,716 miles
    Test number
    948926164027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y23 BAK

Does Y23 BAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 BAK is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 BAK?
The MOT on Y23 BAK is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 BAK done?
Y23 BAK was recorded at 204,235 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 17,355 miles a year.
Has Y23 BAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 BAK has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 BAK 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 Y23 BAK find?
Y23 BAK passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: hazard warning switch faulty; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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