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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y871 PKUMOT history

Y871 PKU is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 160,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

Y871 PKU red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
160,161 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 PKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y871 PKU was last recorded at 160,161 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2021: 134,647 miles, lower than 134,845 miles on 7 Jul 2021.

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
160,160 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,161 miles
  • 2025 – 158,203 miles
  • 2024 – 154,993 miles
  • 2023 – 148,994 miles
  • 2022 – 141,156 miles
  • 2021 – 134,647 miles
  • 2020 – 124,257 miles
  • 2019 – 113,434 miles
  • 2018 – 100,604 miles
  • 2016 – 79,578 miles
  • 2015 – 69,145 miles
  • 2014 – 57,474 miles
  • 2013 – 48,810 miles
  • 2012 – 43,427 miles
  • 2011 – 38,524 miles
  • 2010 – 35,035 miles
  • 2009 – 31,988 miles
  • 2008 – 28,369 miles
  • 2007 – 22,215 miles
  • 2006 – 21,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,161 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NEARSIDE SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEAT SHEILD LOOSERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,161 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    160,161 miles
    Test number
    615230686957
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NEARSIDE SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEAT SHEILD LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,160 miles (+1,957)8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,160 miles
    Test number
    900452592828
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NEARSIDE SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEAT SHEILD LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,203 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,203 miles
    Test number
    715506700551
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal lip (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail158,203 miles (+3,210)1 dangerous12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,203 miles
    Test number
    930874887936
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working Both sides (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged Front part of handbrake cable corroded & freyed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill/door step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch/jacking point area corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch/jacking point area corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass154,993 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    154,993 miles
    Test number
    760057297140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail154,964 miles (+5,970)1 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,964 miles
    Test number
    622152252698
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront heat shield loose

  7. Pass148,994 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,994 miles
    Test number
    366590397569
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet second catch not working

  8. Fail148,994 miles (+7,838)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,994 miles
    Test number
    451792599997
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working all lights (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet second catch not working

  9. Pass141,156 miles (+6,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,156 miles
    Test number
    346971170048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,647 miles (-198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,647 miles
    Test number
    278761628454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail134,845 miles (+10,588)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,845 miles
    Test number
    536193618350
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted touching tyre (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass124,257 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    187593186350
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail124,257 miles (+10,823)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    771387161728
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass113,434 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,434 miles
    Test number
    454392509021
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail113,434 miles (+12,830)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,434 miles
    Test number
    605261270232
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass100,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,604 miles
    Test number
    684074742387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses detrerorated

  17. Fail100,604 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,604 miles
    Test number
    135957782173
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses detrerorated

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    623250475642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,578 miles (+10,433)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,578 miles
    Test number
    659029198434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,145 miles (+11,671)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,145 miles
    Test number
    628864995164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,474 miles (+8,664)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,474 miles
    Test number
    255081984181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,810 miles (+5,383)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    557815603297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,427 miles
    Test number
    389069002281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,427 miles (+4,903)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,427 miles
    Test number
    716188402201
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass38,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,524 miles
    Test number
    596777501247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,524 miles (+3,489)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,524 miles
    Test number
    529457201283
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass35,035 miles (+3,047)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,035 miles
    Test number
    281221080402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,988 miles (+3,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,988 miles
    Test number
    824837669146
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass28,369 miles (+6,154)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,369 miles
    Test number
    720827738194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear inner wheel arch has bolt sticking out close to tyre

  30. Pass22,215 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    22,215 miles
    Test number
    253287207244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,578 miles
    Test number
    180074186100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail21,578 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,578 miles
    Test number
    422574886167
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about Y871 PKU

Does Y871 PKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y871 PKU is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y871 PKU?
The MOT on Y871 PKU is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y871 PKU done?
Y871 PKU was recorded at 160,161 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 6,857 miles a year.
Has Y871 PKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 PKU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y871 PKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y871 PKU find?
Y871 PKU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; central outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside sill; exhaust heat sheild loose, and 7 more.

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