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Volkswagen T4

White and Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y881 NLBMOT history

Y881 NLB is a white and grey diesel Volkswagen T4 first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 218,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2026
Mileage
218,898 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
T4
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 NLB was last recorded at 218,898 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Apr 2013: 143,238 miles, lower than 171,048 miles on 11 May 2012.

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
218,891 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,898 miles
  • 2024 – 208,166 miles
  • 2023 – 203,236 miles
  • 2021 – 200,423 miles
  • 2020 – 199,280 miles
  • 2019 – 197,235 miles
  • 2018 – 193,790 miles
  • 2017 – 192,461 miles
  • 2016 – 186,774 miles
  • 2015 – 184,795 miles
  • 2014 – 179,158 miles
  • 2013 – 173,542 miles
  • 2012 – 171,048 miles
  • 2011 – 161,537 miles
  • 2010 – 147,317 miles
  • 2009 – 138,356 miles
  • 2008 – 128,489 miles
  • 2007 – 117,247 miles
  • 2006 – 105,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,898 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all components (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside heavily covered with underseal covering all components

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass218,898 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    218,898 miles
    Test number
    395757277602
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all components (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily covered with underseal covering all components

  2. Fail218,891 miles (+10,725)13 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,891 miles
    Test number
    608400886888
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all 4 indicators staying on no flash (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded heavy corrosion on all front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded heavy corrosion on all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting boot cut of (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underside of vehicle thick with congealed oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion across the vehicle structural strength could be compromised further inspection required

  3. Pass208,166 miles (+30)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    208,166 miles
    Test number
    969926950492
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded next to jacking point
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail208,136 miles (+4,900)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,136 miles
    Test number
    913827369880
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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 Inner wheel arch corroded next to jacking point
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,236 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    203,236 miles
    Test number
    242746354672
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail203,236 miles (+2,813)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,236 miles
    Test number
    463772741159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass200,423 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    200,423 miles
    Test number
    656328674782
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door slide rotted through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail200,423 miles (+1,143)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,423 miles
    Test number
    108977300221
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door slide rotted through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass199,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    199,280 miles
    Test number
    402804196185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail199,280 miles (+2,045)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,280 miles
    Test number
    886549562823
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass197,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    197,235 miles
    Test number
    178562256987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail197,235 miles (+3,445)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,235 miles
    Test number
    781647141423
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass193,790 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    193,790 miles
    Test number
    291493423483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass192,461 miles (+5,687)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    192,461 miles
    Test number
    393695808948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass186,774 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    186,774 miles
    Test number
    484914150882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass184,795 miles (+5,637)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    184,795 miles
    Test number
    796234905201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass179,158 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    179,158 miles
    Test number
    386435074134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail179,158 miles (+5,616)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,158 miles
    Test number
    777755274157
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass173,542 miles (+30,304)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    173,542 miles
    Test number
    656754133149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail143,238 miles (-27,810)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,238 miles
    Test number
    838210023151
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass171,048 miles (+9,511)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    171,048 miles
    Test number
    945711432154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass161,537 miles (+14,220)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    161,537 miles
    Test number
    419859531131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass147,317 miles (+8,961)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    147,317 miles
    Test number
    403389690033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass138,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    634346809177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail138,356 miles (+9,867)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    424323399018
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureCoil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass128,489 miles (+11,242)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    128,489 miles
    Test number
    253526408445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,247 miles (+11,715)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    117,247 miles
    Test number
    770257507134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass105,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    105,532 miles
    Test number
    130361786490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 NLB

Does Y881 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y881 NLB expired on 14 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y881 NLB?
The MOT on Y881 NLB expired on 14 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y881 NLB done?
Y881 NLB was recorded at 218,898 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 5,869 miles a year.
Has Y881 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 NLB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y881 NLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y881 NLB find?
Y881 NLB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all components; underside heavily covered with underseal covering all components.

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