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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y873 PKUMOT history

Y873 PKU is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 139,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

Y873 PKU red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2025
Mileage
139,628 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y873 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
10 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y873 PKU was last recorded at 139,628 miles on 8 May 2024, 552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,076 miles · 22 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
552 miles
Average per year
5,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 139,628 miles
  • 2021 – 139,076 miles
  • 2020 – 135,818 miles
  • 2019 – 135,752 miles
  • 2018 – 133,854 miles
  • 2017 – 127,205 miles
  • 2016 – 115,605 miles
  • 2014 – 98,983 miles
  • 2013 – 89,627 miles
  • 2012 – 82,050 miles
  • 2011 – 78,104 miles
  • 2010 – 72,980 miles
  • 2009 – 66,608 miles
  • 2008 – 60,196 miles
  • 2007 – 41,032 miles
  • 2006 – 34,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,628 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    139,628 miles
    Test number
    480003703412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,628 miles (+552)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,628 miles
    Test number
    385715491667
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,076 miles (+425)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    139,076 miles
    Test number
    296513904546
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail138,651 miles (+2,833)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,651 miles
    Test number
    726869033178
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass135,818 miles (+66)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,818 miles
    Test number
    998048795061
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,752 miles (+1,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,752 miles
    Test number
    865569349900
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting missing

  7. Pass133,854 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,854 miles
    Test number
    578823877861
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail133,854 miles (+6,649)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,854 miles
    Test number
    292108640844
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass127,205 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    915495328961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules suspension arm to chassis (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules suspension arm to chassis (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Fail127,204 miles (+11,599)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,204 miles
    Test number
    804065303014
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules suspension arm to chassis (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules suspension arm to chassis (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass115,605 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    359614072098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,541 miles (+16,558)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,541 miles
    Test number
    970124034956
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened from operating lever to adjuster>section (3.5.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe, offside front section (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM; in general poor condition
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT'S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened REAR'S (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass98,983 miles (+9,356)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,983 miles
    Test number
    418578504303
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious suspension and brake components coroded

  14. Pass89,627 miles (+7,577)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,627 miles
    Test number
    915632293176
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious suspension and brake components coroded

  15. Pass82,050 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,050 miles
    Test number
    317851062171
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged and tread wearing on edge

  16. Fail82,050 miles (+3,946)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,050 miles
    Test number
    705901962124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged and tread wearing on edge

  17. Pass78,104 miles (+5,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    78,104 miles
    Test number
    139037461118
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass72,980 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    72,980 miles
    Test number
    620035060152
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant leak on cylinder head

  19. Fail72,979 miles (+6,371)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,979 miles
    Test number
    914515660168
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant leak on cylinder head

  20. Pass66,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,608 miles
    Test number
    551419159167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail66,608 miles (+6,412)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,608 miles
    Test number
    564579859154
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,196 miles (+19,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    282024758109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,032 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,032 miles
    Test number
    511384947149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,471 miles
    Test number
    953389887060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,471 miles (+5,913)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,471 miles
    Test number
    553057887057
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  26. Pass34,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,558 miles
    Test number
    230719836144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y873 PKU

Does Y873 PKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y873 PKU expired on 7 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y873 PKU?
The MOT on Y873 PKU expired on 7 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y873 PKU done?
Y873 PKU was recorded at 139,628 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 5,847 miles a year.
Has Y873 PKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y873 PKU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y873 PKU 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 Y873 PKU find?
Y873 PKU passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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