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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y863 ABCMOT history

Y863 ABC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 168,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

Y863 ABC grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
168,755 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y863 ABC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y863 ABC was last recorded at 168,755 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,746 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,755 miles
  • 2024 – 168,499 miles
  • 2023 – 167,632 miles
  • 2022 – 165,732 miles
  • 2021 – 164,194 miles
  • 2020 – 162,975 miles
  • 2019 – 161,455 miles
  • 2018 – 157,839 miles
  • 2017 – 154,150 miles
  • 2016 – 147,494 miles
  • 2015 – 143,218 miles
  • 2014 – 141,767 miles
  • 2013 – 139,917 miles
  • 2012 – 138,450 miles
  • 2011 – 131,166 miles
  • 2010 – 128,538 miles
  • 2009 – 121,958 miles
  • 2008 – 117,944 miles
  • 2007 – 114,525 miles
  • 2006 – 97,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,755 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,755 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    168,755 miles
    Test number
    367759647981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail168,746 miles (+247)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,746 miles
    Test number
    135960731830
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass168,499 miles (+867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    168,499 miles
    Test number
    447591693611
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : both rear brake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise : rear valance corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise : slight play in both front inner steering arms

  4. Pass167,632 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    167,632 miles
    Test number
    147241149157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySide windows tinted

  5. Fail167,632 miles (+1,900)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,632 miles
    Test number
    977456907635
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySide windows tinted

  6. Pass165,732 miles (+1,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    165,732 miles
    Test number
    255980703324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass164,194 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    164,194 miles
    Test number
    288276056332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass162,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    162,975 miles
    Test number
    934552761495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail162,975 miles (+1,520)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,975 miles
    Test number
    340742774855
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass161,455 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,455 miles
    Test number
    916787808534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass157,839 miles (+3,689)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,839 miles
    Test number
    451834715868
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on (All brake pads in good condition).
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel injector pipes.
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash (Intermitent).
    • AdvisoryNearside passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Nearside side door. (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Underside of engine.

  12. Pass154,150 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    154,150 miles
    Test number
    486157798568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,148 miles (+6,654)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,148 miles
    Test number
    654569573792
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass147,494 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    147,494 miles
    Test number
    753221695828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail147,488 miles (+4,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,488 miles
    Test number
    691166706055
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass143,218 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,218 miles
    Test number
    289758665033
    • NoteInjector pipes very rusty

  17. Fail143,209 miles (+1,442)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,209 miles
    Test number
    368768855079
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteInjector pipes very rusty

  18. Pass141,767 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    141,767 miles
    Test number
    377250264020
    • NoteFuel injection pipes corroded

  19. Fail141,767 miles (+1,850)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,767 miles
    Test number
    126907954085
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFuel injection pipes corroded

  20. Pass139,917 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    139,917 miles
    Test number
    315319273084
    • NoteWasher bottle leaking

  21. Fail139,891 miles (+1,441)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,891 miles
    Test number
    806203173013
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteWasher bottle leaking

  22. Pass138,450 miles (+7,284)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    138,450 miles
    Test number
    945907282042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades not clearing very well

  23. Fail131,166 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,166 miles
    Test number
    145225821439
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass131,166 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    131,166 miles
    Test number
    607085921040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass128,538 miles (+6,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    128,538 miles
    Test number
    141397220429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass121,958 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    121,958 miles
    Test number
    553808229035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,944 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    117,944 miles
    Test number
    383576758086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass114,525 miles (+16,561)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    114,525 miles
    Test number
    142394777424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass97,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    643721186068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y863 ABC

Does Y863 ABC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y863 ABC is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y863 ABC?
The MOT on Y863 ABC is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y863 ABC done?
Y863 ABC was recorded at 168,755 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,530 miles a year.
Has Y863 ABC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y863 ABC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y863 ABC 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 Y863 ABC find?
Y863 ABC passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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