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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

Y28 ARTMOT history

Y28 ART is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 25 of 32 MOT tests, with 585,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

Y28 ART silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
585,442 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
25 passed · 7 failed
Per year
21,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y28 ART
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y28 ART was last recorded at 585,442 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 2,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
582,997 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,445 miles
Average per year
21,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 585,442 miles
  • 2025 – 582,997 miles
  • 2024 – 577,141 miles
  • 2023 – 568,812 miles
  • 2022 – 553,021 miles
  • 2021 – 546,500 miles
  • 2020 – 540,097 miles
  • 2019 – 533,894 miles
  • 2018 – 525,187 miles
  • 2017 – 516,974 miles
  • 2016 – 504,605 miles
  • 2015 – 498,217 miles
  • 2014 – 446,154 miles
  • 2013 – 431,199 miles
  • 2012 – 390,263 miles
  • 2011 – 341,778 miles
  • 2010 – 292,644 miles
  • 2009 – 236,337 miles
  • 2008 – 188,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass585,442 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arms are starting to corrode
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake servo corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear exhaust hanger modified

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass585,442 miles (+2,445)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    585,442 miles
    Test number
    266029646706
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arms are starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass582,997 miles (+13)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    582,997 miles
    Test number
    504931921624
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills/lifting points, hidden by undertrays (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65/16C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount areas both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Fail582,984 miles (+5,843)1 dangerous3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    582,984 miles
    Test number
    304068426759
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills/lifting points, hidden by undertrays (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65/16C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount areas both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass577,141 miles (+67)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    577,141 miles
    Test number
    388928294452
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Jacking points corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger modified

  5. Fail577,074 miles (+8,262)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    577,074 miles
    Test number
    738544103409
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Jacking points corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger modified

  6. Pass568,812 miles (+15,791)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    568,812 miles
    Test number
    200793112326
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points corroding
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger modified

  7. Pass553,021 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    553,021 miles
    Test number
    134505909226
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and rear hanger deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail553,021 miles (+6,521)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    553,021 miles
    Test number
    540088581155
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and rear hanger deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass546,500 miles (+6,403)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    546,500 miles
    Test number
    145622273239
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass540,097 miles (+6,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    540,097 miles
    Test number
    507097244576
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass533,894 miles (+8,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    533,894 miles
    Test number
    804516711784
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass525,187 miles (+8,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    525,187 miles
    Test number
    430794651232
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass516,974 miles (+12,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    516,974 miles
    Test number
    738205575505
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both arms, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  14. Pass504,605 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    504,605 miles
    Test number
    481897270921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass498,217 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    498,217 miles
    Test number
    461293541142
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded plastic covering swollen (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail498,214 miles (+6,659)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    498,214 miles
    Test number
    804116906164
    • FailureFront Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlight reflector damaged (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded plastic covering swollen (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass491,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    491,555 miles
    Test number
    786920275147
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail491,554 miles (+45,400)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    491,554 miles
    Test number
    296880575134
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass446,154 miles (+14,955)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    446,154 miles
    Test number
    798546164022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass431,199 miles (+21,172)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    431,199 miles
    Test number
    195412633200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth silencers deteriorated
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on but pads ok

  21. Pass410,027 miles (+19,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    410,027 miles
    Test number
    455695433031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail390,263 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    390,263 miles
    Test number
    368166622493
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCenter & rear silencer deteriorated

  23. Pass390,263 miles (+24,212)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    390,263 miles
    Test number
    598036622267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCenter & rear silencer deteriorated

  24. Pass366,051 miles (+24,273)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    366,051 miles
    Test number
    655682032098
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBack box outer case slighytly corroded

  25. Pass341,778 miles (+25,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    341,778 miles
    Test number
    799141721221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass316,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    316,058 miles
    Test number
    155241341037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail316,056 miles (+23,412)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,056 miles
    Test number
    399711341046
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass292,644 miles (+26,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    292,644 miles
    Test number
    803707110267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass266,404 miles (+30,067)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    266,404 miles
    Test number
    881775030021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass236,337 miles (+28,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    236,337 miles
    Test number
    322652639448
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass207,676 miles (+19,234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    207,676 miles
    Test number
    360009849050
    • NoteTyre, n/s/r slight distortion within the tread

  32. Pass188,442 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    188,442 miles
    Test number
    912883038202
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteUndertray fitted

Questions about Y28 ART

Does Y28 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y28 ART is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y28 ART?
The MOT on Y28 ART is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y28 ART done?
Y28 ART was recorded at 585,442 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 21,940 miles a year.
Has Y28 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y28 ART has failed 7 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y28 ART 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 Y28 ART find?
Y28 ART passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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