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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y287 WSTMOT history

Y287 WST is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 187,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2024.

Y287 WST red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
187,601 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y287 WST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y287 WST was last recorded at 187,601 miles on 7 Feb 2024, 1,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,223 miles · 7 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,378 miles
Average per year
6,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,601 miles
  • 2023 – 186,223 miles
  • 2022 – 183,466 miles
  • 2021 – 181,921 miles
  • 2020 – 180,713 miles
  • 2019 – 178,817 miles
  • 2018 – 177,385 miles
  • 2017 – 174,330 miles
  • 2016 – 167,635 miles
  • 2015 – 161,747 miles
  • 2014 – 157,040 miles
  • 2013 – 152,823 miles
  • 2012 – 142,523 miles
  • 2011 – 132,865 miles
  • 2010 – 122,490 miles
  • 2009 – 115,225 miles
  • 2008 – 103,915 miles
  • 2007 – 89,365 miles
  • 2006 – 79,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,601 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Glow plug light flashing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,601 miles (+1,378)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    187,601 miles
    Test number
    577719438919
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass186,223 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    186,223 miles
    Test number
    950166955873
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail186,223 miles (+2,757)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,223 miles
    Test number
    321393066311
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass183,466 miles (+1,545)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    183,466 miles
    Test number
    414937183387
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroding

  5. Pass181,921 miles (+1,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,921 miles
    Test number
    490125757590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass180,713 miles (+1,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    180,713 miles
    Test number
    266670553901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint both (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass178,817 miles (+1,432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    178,817 miles
    Test number
    709871755342
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass177,385 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    177,385 miles
    Test number
    101581112059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass174,330 miles (+63)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    174,330 miles
    Test number
    526321559626
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

  10. Fail174,267 miles (+6,632)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,267 miles
    Test number
    677160132214
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

  11. Pass167,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    167,635 miles
    Test number
    224749793104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front inner rack arms

  12. Fail167,635 miles (+5,888)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,635 miles
    Test number
    496047898490
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front inner rack arms

  13. Pass161,747 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    161,747 miles
    Test number
    725763565082
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail161,747 miles (+4,707)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,747 miles
    Test number
    739043365077
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass157,040 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    157,040 miles
    Test number
    487109164059
    • NoteMIL light on
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail157,040 miles (+4,217)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,040 miles
    Test number
    159799164445
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMIL light on
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass152,823 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    152,823 miles
    Test number
    668877683014
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail152,822 miles (+10,299)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,822 miles
    Test number
    137037883455
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass142,523 miles (+9,658)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    142,523 miles
    Test number
    516662182083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear discs slightly corroded

  20. Pass132,865 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    132,865 miles
    Test number
    405823681063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail132,559 miles (+10,069)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,559 miles
    Test number
    178553781469
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear disc pitted

  22. Pass122,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    122,490 miles
    Test number
    352914980076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail122,490 miles (+7,265)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,490 miles
    Test number
    462224470072
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail115,225 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,225 miles
    Test number
    543491149020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth inner steering ball joints slightly worn

  25. Pass115,225 miles (+11,310)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    115,225 miles
    Test number
    811741749060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth inner steering ball joints slightly worn

  26. Pass103,915 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    103,915 miles
    Test number
    340460038077
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Fail103,915 miles (+14,550)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,915 miles
    Test number
    321100838095
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Fail89,365 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    253695847001
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass89,365 miles (+10,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    564715247036
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass79,170 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    79,170 miles
    Test number
    790231246044
    • NoteN/s/f top balljoint slight play

Questions about Y287 WST

Does Y287 WST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y287 WST expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y287 WST?
The MOT on Y287 WST expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y287 WST done?
Y287 WST was recorded at 187,601 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2024, an average of 6,027 miles a year.
Has Y287 WST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y287 WST has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y287 WST 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 Y287 WST find?
Y287 WST passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 8 more.

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