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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

Y29 SMWMOT history

Y29 SMW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 199,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

Y29 SMW white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
199,606 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 SMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 SMW was last recorded at 199,606 miles on 18 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2018: 95,557 miles, lower than 119,728 miles on 8 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
199,598 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
12,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,606 miles
  • 2024 – 184,023 miles
  • 2023 – 163,825 miles
  • 2022 – 148,753 miles
  • 2021 – 135,166 miles
  • 2020 – 118,504 miles
  • 2019 – 104,842 miles
  • 2018 – 95,557 miles
  • 2017 – 87,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,606 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,606 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    199,606 miles
    Test number
    796878564804
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail199,598 miles (+15,575)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,598 miles
    Test number
    790679260541
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass184,023 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    184,023 miles
    Test number
    683478147446
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail184,023 miles (+20,198)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,023 miles
    Test number
    689384897697
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass163,825 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    163,825 miles
    Test number
    484465322589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.91mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drivers seat cushion insecure
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail163,821 miles (+15,068)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,821 miles
    Test number
    929050337583
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDPF filter lamp on
    • AdvisoryGlowplug lamp flashing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front DRL lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.91mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drivers seat cushion insecure
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass148,753 miles (+220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    148,753 miles
    Test number
    996138683540
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail148,533 miles (+13,367)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,533 miles
    Test number
    266311905584
    • DangerousCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass135,166 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,166 miles
    Test number
    702110985405
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail135,166 miles (+16,662)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,166 miles
    Test number
    340243603030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass118,504 miles (+13,662)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    406073962610
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge read depth 3mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass104,842 miles (+9,285)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,842 miles
    Test number
    385879675309
    • MinorOffside Registration 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))

  13. Pass95,557 miles (-24,171)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,557 miles
    Test number
    283879725331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,728 miles
    Test number
    226518473956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,728 miles (+31,927)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,728 miles
    Test number
    773210444969
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass87,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,801 miles
    Test number
    647799400228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 SMW

Does Y29 SMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 SMW is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 SMW?
The MOT on Y29 SMW is valid until 17 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 SMW done?
Y29 SMW was recorded at 199,606 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 12,004 miles a year.
Has Y29 SMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 SMW has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y29 SMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y29 SMW find?
Y29 SMW passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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