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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y893 NLMMOT history

Y893 NLM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 222,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

Y893 NLM red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
222,466 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y893 NLM
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
22 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y893 NLM was last recorded at 222,466 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 2,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,254 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,212 miles
Average per year
9,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,466 miles
  • 2024 – 220,254 miles
  • 2023 – 215,755 miles
  • 2022 – 207,799 miles
  • 2021 – 193,744 miles
  • 2020 – 178,217 miles
  • 2019 – 167,346 miles
  • 2018 – 153,614 miles
  • 2015 – 137,426 miles
  • 2014 – 116,465 miles
  • 2013 – 105,978 miles
  • 2012 – 92,198 miles
  • 2011 – 80,750 miles
  • 2010 – 69,508 miles
  • 2009 – 61,282 miles
  • 2008 – 51,187 miles
  • 2007 – 41,656 miles
  • 2006 – 33,259 miles
  • 2005 – 27,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,466 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,466 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    222,466 miles
    Test number
    391973572778
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail222,466 miles (+2,212)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,466 miles
    Test number
    177919154369
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass220,254 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    220,254 miles
    Test number
    205438151153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump damp

  4. Fail220,254 miles (+4,499)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,254 miles
    Test number
    393263458328
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump damp

  5. Pass215,755 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    215,755 miles
    Test number
    951989457193
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail215,754 miles (+7,955)1 dangerous8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,754 miles
    Test number
    192057973261
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass207,799 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    207,799 miles
    Test number
    188787034239
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail207,799 miles (+14,055)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,799 miles
    Test number
    899648748421
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass193,744 miles (+235)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    193,744 miles
    Test number
    849092283881
    • MinorOffside Track rod end 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail193,509 miles (+15,292)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,509 miles
    Test number
    194712409113
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass178,217 miles (+61)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    178,217 miles
    Test number
    169955615166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner driveshaft boot split

  12. Fail178,156 miles (+10,810)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,156 miles
    Test number
    588823586373
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner driveshaft boot split

  13. Pass167,346 miles (+13,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    167,346 miles
    Test number
    931280375248
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inside edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass153,614 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    153,614 miles
    Test number
    780499180976
    • AdvisoryALL brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front to rear sill areas slightly corroded within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis area Corroded and Holed. not yet within prescribed areas

  15. Fail153,614 miles (+16,188)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,614 miles
    Test number
    532040567507
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working both wipers split (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryALL brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front to rear sill areas slightly corroded within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis area Corroded and Holed. not yet within prescribed areas

  16. Pass137,426 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    137,426 miles
    Test number
    862166955745
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail137,184 miles (+20,719)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    865362380889
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass116,465 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,465 miles
    Test number
    909762024386
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail116,465 miles (+10,487)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,465 miles
    Test number
    606728414336
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass105,978 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    105,978 miles
    Test number
    858134123322
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Fail105,978 miles (+13,780)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,978 miles
    Test number
    966200723313
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  22. Pass92,198 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,198 miles
    Test number
    198540722378
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Fail92,060 miles (+11,310)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,060 miles
    Test number
    466395812323
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass80,750 miles (+11,242)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,750 miles
    Test number
    479909301374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,508 miles (+8,226)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,508 miles
    Test number
    941662420345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,282 miles (+10,095)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    213056299496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,187 miles (+9,531)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,187 miles
    Test number
    542874548157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,656 miles (+8,397)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    524446147133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,259 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,259 miles
    Test number
    311977046114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2006
    Odometer
    27,457 miles
    Test number
    392011545116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y893 NLM

Does Y893 NLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y893 NLM is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y893 NLM?
The MOT on Y893 NLM is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y893 NLM done?
Y893 NLM was recorded at 222,466 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 9,552 miles a year.
Has Y893 NLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y893 NLM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y893 NLM 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 Y893 NLM find?
Y893 NLM passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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