
Volkswagen Transporter
Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,460 cc
Y29 GMAMOT history
Y29 GMA is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 26 MOT tests, with 273,431 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 14 May 2027
- Mileage
- 273,431 mi
- At MOT on 15 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 13 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 12,468 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y29 GMA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2010
- First used
- 9 Apr 2010
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 14 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 15 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y29 GMA was last recorded at 273,431 miles on 15 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 273,430 miles · 20 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 12,468 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 273,431 miles
- 2025 – 268,572 miles
- 2024 – 260,879 miles
- 2023 – 252,801 miles
- 2022 – 243,386 miles
- 2021 – 228,111 miles
- 2020 – 217,554 miles
- 2019 – 209,769 miles
- 2018 – 201,011 miles
- 2017 – 190,746 miles
- 2016 – 184,750 miles
- 2015 – 174,066 miles
- 2014 – 146,289 miles
- 2013 – 109,438 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront sub frame and suspension corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front strut tower undersealed
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount noisey
- AdvisoryRear under body and suspension mountings undersealed
- AdvisoryUnder tray insecure on one corner
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.
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026
Undertray not fully secure
Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
26 tests since 20 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass273,431 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2027
- Odometer
- 273,431 miles
- Test number
- 371882599916
- AdvisoryFront sub frame and suspension corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front strut tower undersealed
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount noisey
- AdvisoryRear under body and suspension mountings undersealed
- AdvisoryUnder tray insecure on one corner
Fail273,430 miles (+4,858)4 dangerous8 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 273,430 miles
- Test number
- 615659104687
- DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded On arm (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded On arm (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened strut tower has advanced corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper top mount slightly rough when rotated
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both rear heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears worn outer edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear underside has advanced corrosion
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Pass268,572 miles (+1)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2026
- Odometer
- 268,572 miles
- Test number
- 904257398074
- AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears on arms (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear underside heavily corroded
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Fail268,571 miles (+7,692)9 major12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 268,571 miles
- Test number
- 778893611088
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle sliding door (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears on arms (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear underside heavily corroded
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnable to test rear seat belts due to door not opening
Pass260,879 miles (+8,078)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 260,879 miles
- Test number
- 115576057249
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass252,801 miles (+86)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 252,801 miles
- Test number
- 409048561571
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost. Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. Including mounting areas. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail252,715 miles (+9,329)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,715 miles
- Test number
- 407075598636
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorPower steering component leaking Rack (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost. Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. Including mounting areas. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass243,386 miles (+10)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 243,386 miles
- Test number
- 559549897944
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cant fully inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle and nsr handbrake cable and osr exhaust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail243,376 miles (+15,265)2 dangerous5 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,376 miles
- Test number
- 236347808308
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cant fully inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle and nsr handbrake cable and osr exhaust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass228,111 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 228,111 miles
- Test number
- 687061870058
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded and front subframe (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) suggest replacement
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened shocks, exhaust all both sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail228,111 miles (+10,557)1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 228,111 miles
- Test number
- 761800293675
- Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded and front subframe (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) suggest replacement
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened shocks, exhaust all both sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass217,554 miles (+110)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 217,554 miles
- Test number
- 992033286824
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail217,444 miles (+7,675)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,444 miles
- Test number
- 871949942294
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration 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))
- AdvisoryBattery terminal loose.
Pass209,769 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 209,769 miles
- Test number
- 571439101377
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail209,767 miles (+194)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,767 miles
- Test number
- 276176552768
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Fail209,573 miles (+8,562)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,573 miles
- Test number
- 910140114812
- DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass201,011 miles (+32)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 201,011 miles
- Test number
- 119479845114
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail200,979 miles (+10,233)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,979 miles
- Test number
- 534265347876
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass190,746 miles (+5,996)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 190,746 miles
- Test number
- 189918681652
- AdvisoryUnable to carry out emissions test due to engine rev range.
Pass184,750 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2017
- Odometer
- 184,750 miles
- Test number
- 667107231384
- AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack joints
Fail184,750 miles (+10,684)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,750 miles
- Test number
- 508288113721
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack joints
Pass174,066 miles (+376)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 174,066 miles
- Test number
- 268599195026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail173,690 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,690 miles
- Test number
- 629113395058
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
PassMileage not read
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 559300094072
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,289 miles (+36,851)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,289 miles
- Test number
- 125210594425
- FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Fail109,438 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,438 miles
- Test number
- 559599173001
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Questions about Y29 GMA
- Does Y29 GMA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 GMA is valid until 14 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y29 GMA?
- The MOT on Y29 GMA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y29 GMA done?
- Y29 GMA was recorded at 273,431 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 12,468 miles a year.
- Has Y29 GMA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y29 GMA has failed 13 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y29 GMA 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 Y29 GMA find?
- Y29 GMA passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub frame and suspension corroded; nearside front strut tower undersealed; offside front upper strut mount noisey, and 2 more.
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