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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y889 MJBMOT history

Y889 MJB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 229,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

Y889 MJB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
229,267 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 MJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y889 MJB was last recorded at 229,267 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,245 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
5,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 229,267 miles
  • 2024 – 228,869 miles
  • 2022 – 227,128 miles
  • 2016 – 227,090 miles
  • 2015 – 227,031 miles
  • 2014 – 224,845 miles
  • 2013 – 215,112 miles
  • 2012 – 206,319 miles
  • 2011 – 197,549 miles
  • 2010 – 182,228 miles
  • 2009 – 170,104 miles
  • 2008 – 156,232 miles
  • 2007 – 142,439 miles
  • 2006 – 128,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,267 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass229,267 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    229,267 miles
    Test number
    289273776335
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail229,245 miles (+376)3 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,245 miles
    Test number
    130769902302
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wishbone mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam refitted earth (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable slightly frayed (1.1.15 (a))

  3. Pass228,869 miles (+1,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    228,869 miles
    Test number
    714806191214
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded from standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass227,128 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    227,128 miles
    Test number
    199090598156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass227,090 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    227,090 miles
    Test number
    656376800166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass227,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    227,031 miles
    Test number
    794637263146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail227,031 miles (+2,186)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,031 miles
    Test number
    712002142069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass224,845 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    224,845 miles
    Test number
    935824134265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Note1 of 2 exhaust tail pipes corroded off
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteInner edge of o/s front tyre tread 3mm
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  9. Fail224,841 miles (+9,729)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,841 miles
    Test number
    985174534264
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Note1 of 2 exhaust tail pipes corroded off
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteInner edge of o/s front tyre tread 3mm
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  10. Pass215,112 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    215,112 miles
    Test number
    317842933462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust tailpipes corroded

  11. Fail215,112 miles (+8,793)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,112 miles
    Test number
    299972533236
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust tailpipes corroded

  12. Pass206,319 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    206,319 miles
    Test number
    385435842293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExahust tail pipe corroded

  13. Fail206,319 miles (+8,770)8 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,319 miles
    Test number
    306864842209
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExahust tail pipe corroded
    • NoteO/s rear inner brake pad maybe wearing thin

  14. Pass197,549 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    197,549 miles
    Test number
    167782661202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail197,547 miles (+4,882)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,547 miles
    Test number
    855809351215
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass192,665 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    192,665 miles
    Test number
    808713961027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail192,422 miles (+10,194)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,422 miles
    Test number
    385376651051
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes and flexi hoses getting corroded

  18. Pass182,228 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    182,228 miles
    Test number
    811860650014
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded from flexis to caliper

  19. Fail182,228 miles (+12,124)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,228 miles
    Test number
    721700450037
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded from flexis to caliper

  20. Fail170,104 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,104 miles
    Test number
    271808859071
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack

  21. Pass170,104 miles (+13,872)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    170,104 miles
    Test number
    462468459017
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack

  22. Pass156,232 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    156,232 miles
    Test number
    281617878019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail155,993 miles (+13,554)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,993 miles
    Test number
    530965668079
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  24. Pass142,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    142,439 miles
    Test number
    594274567021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail142,439 miles (+13,622)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,439 miles
    Test number
    650454467049
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass128,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    128,817 miles
    Test number
    361545666095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail128,817 miles1 dangerous9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,817 miles
    Test number
    910782966008
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y889 MJB

Does Y889 MJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y889 MJB expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y889 MJB?
The MOT on Y889 MJB expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y889 MJB done?
Y889 MJB was recorded at 229,267 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 5,208 miles a year.
Has Y889 MJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 MJB has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y889 MJB 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 Y889 MJB find?
Y889 MJB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded.

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