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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y874 DCHMOT history

Y874 DCH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 231,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

Y874 DCH blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
231,343 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y874 DCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y874 DCH was last recorded at 231,343 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 3,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,829 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,514 miles
Average per year
8,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,343 miles
  • 2025 – 227,829 miles
  • 2024 – 225,093 miles
  • 2023 – 160,893 miles
  • 2022 – 159,297 miles
  • 2021 – 157,336 miles
  • 2020 – 155,327 miles
  • 2019 – 152,366 miles
  • 2018 – 148,584 miles
  • 2017 – 146,433 miles
  • 2016 – 144,193 miles
  • 2014 – 137,168 miles
  • 2013 – 134,114 miles
  • 2012 – 123,886 miles
  • 2011 – 112,273 miles
  • 2010 – 99,525 miles
  • 2009 – 86,595 miles
  • 2008 – 78,266 miles
  • 2007 – 70,275 miles
  • 2006 – 53,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,343 miles
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,343 miles (+3,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    231,343 miles
    Test number
    316338364788
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass227,829 miles (+2,736)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    227,829 miles
    Test number
    614288231168
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass225,093 miles (+64,200)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    225,093 miles
    Test number
    803465134787
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass160,893 miles (+1,596)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    160,893 miles
    Test number
    183743563024
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass159,297 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    159,297 miles
    Test number
    320415516742
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail159,297 miles (+1,961)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,297 miles
    Test number
    820452685620
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,336 miles (+2,009)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    157,336 miles
    Test number
    640145898087
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,327 miles
    Test number
    757151756639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail155,327 miles (+2,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,327 miles
    Test number
    872582646897
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass152,366 miles (+3,782)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,366 miles
    Test number
    656774337684
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass148,584 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    148,584 miles
    Test number
    711622348833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass146,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,433 miles
    Test number
    739879598065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail146,433 miles (+2,240)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,433 miles
    Test number
    849236352846
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass144,193 miles (+7,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    144,193 miles
    Test number
    882223351239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass137,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    137,168 miles
    Test number
    417136394248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail137,168 miles (+3,054)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,168 miles
    Test number
    156356794275
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass134,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,114 miles
    Test number
    947385983235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Fail134,114 miles (+10,228)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,114 miles
    Test number
    325647373202
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Pass123,886 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    123,886 miles
    Test number
    126342442187
    • NoteHandbrake cables corroding

  20. Fail123,886 miles (+11,613)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,886 miles
    Test number
    498647732130
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHandbrake cables corroding

  21. Pass112,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    112,273 miles
    Test number
    545747291028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,273 miles (+12,748)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,273 miles
    Test number
    508887791049
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass99,525 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,525 miles
    Test number
    201262980035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,505 miles (+12,910)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,505 miles
    Test number
    984658870074
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass86,595 miles (+8,329)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,595 miles
    Test number
    120491909166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,266 miles (+7,991)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,266 miles
    Test number
    161902308152
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass70,275 miles (+16,683)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,275 miles
    Test number
    531911907170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,592 miles
    Test number
    122754896099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y874 DCH

Does Y874 DCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y874 DCH is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y874 DCH?
The MOT on Y874 DCH is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y874 DCH done?
Y874 DCH was recorded at 231,343 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 8,755 miles a year.
Has Y874 DCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y874 DCH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y874 DCH 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 Y874 DCH find?
Y874 DCH passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: steering column top bearing slightly worn.

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