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Volkswagen Transporter

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

Y885 NLBMOT history

Y885 NLB is a white and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 175,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

Y885 NLB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
175,656 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y885 NLB was last recorded at 175,656 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 4,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,155 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,501 miles
Average per year
4,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,656 miles
  • 2024 – 171,155 miles
  • 2023 – 165,213 miles
  • 2022 – 160,250 miles
  • 2021 – 156,190 miles
  • 2020 – 152,819 miles
  • 2019 – 146,633 miles
  • 2018 – 143,411 miles
  • 2016 – 138,453 miles
  • 2015 – 136,738 miles
  • 2014 – 134,811 miles
  • 2013 – 127,665 miles
  • 2012 – 122,002 miles
  • 2011 – 114,295 miles
  • 2010 – 104,028 miles
  • 2009 – 99,407 miles
  • 2008 – 93,241 miles
  • 2007 – 89,800 miles
  • 2006 – 86,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,656 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass175,656 miles (+4,501)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    175,656 miles
    Test number
    284601774760
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass171,155 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    171,155 miles
    Test number
    244922975949
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail171,153 miles (+5,940)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,153 miles
    Test number
    744436565822
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass165,213 miles (+253)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    165,213 miles
    Test number
    530127518130
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail164,960 miles (+4,710)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,960 miles
    Test number
    637585999102
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass160,250 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,250 miles
    Test number
    734295270719
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail160,248 miles (+4,058)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,248 miles
    Test number
    685066090297
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass156,190 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    156,190 miles
    Test number
    841460188707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail156,188 miles (+3,369)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    233449563940
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass152,819 miles (+6,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,819 miles
    Test number
    188082641185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass146,633 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,633 miles
    Test number
    163208162755
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail146,633 miles (+3,222)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,633 miles
    Test number
    372898784022
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass143,411 miles (+4,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,411 miles
    Test number
    467859359617
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass138,453 miles (+1,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    138,453 miles
    Test number
    684661870691
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass136,738 miles (+1,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    136,738 miles
    Test number
    519894188324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass134,811 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    134,811 miles
    Test number
    739519734307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSeat belt buckle cover missing n/s/f

  17. Fail134,811 miles (+7,146)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,811 miles
    Test number
    446759434385
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSeat belt buckle cover missing n/s/f

  18. Pass127,665 miles (+5,663)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    127,665 miles
    Test number
    765410993200
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  19. Pass122,002 miles (+7,707)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    122,002 miles
    Test number
    825906172242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass114,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    114,295 miles
    Test number
    846811571221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Fail114,293 miles (+10,265)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,293 miles
    Test number
    529711571246
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass104,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    104,028 miles
    Test number
    363689450220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,028 miles (+4,621)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,028 miles
    Test number
    912869150210
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass99,407 miles (+6,166)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    99,407 miles
    Test number
    373522659240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass93,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,241 miles
    Test number
    403803758264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail93,241 miles (+3,441)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,241 miles
    Test number
    984343458299
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass89,800 miles (+3,049)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    104487667230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    702482276226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y885 NLB

Does Y885 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y885 NLB is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y885 NLB?
The MOT on Y885 NLB is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y885 NLB done?
Y885 NLB was recorded at 175,656 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,613 miles a year.
Has Y885 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 NLB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y885 NLB 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 Y885 NLB find?
Y885 NLB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: central front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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