
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc
Y899 NKUMOT history
Y899 NKU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 285,150 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 285,150 mi
- At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 21 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 8,021 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y899 NKU
- 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
- 9 Jul 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y899 NKU was last recorded at 285,150 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 283,171 miles · 30 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,979 miles
- Average per year
- 8,021 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 285,150 miles
- 2025 – 283,171 miles
- 2024 – 283,157 miles
- 2023 – 279,386 miles
- 2022 – 271,574 miles
- 2021 – 265,908 miles
- 2020 – 259,208 miles
- 2019 – 252,473 miles
- 2018 – 244,871 miles
- 2017 – 243,801 miles
- 2016 – 232,937 miles
- 2015 – 220,865 miles
- 2014 – 214,374 miles
- 2013 – 206,494 miles
- 2012 – 192,494 miles
- 2011 – 185,336 miles
- 2010 – 171,822 miles
- 2009 – 159,999 miles
- 2008 – 145,857 miles
- 2006 – 130,776 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill soft
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012
Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule lsv to axle hose
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
34 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass285,150 miles (+1,979)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 285,150 miles
- Test number
- 112387502843
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill soft
Pass283,171 miles (+14)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 283,171 miles
- Test number
- 443795400608
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated in sealant (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder body all coated in sealant
Pass283,157 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 283,157 miles
- Test number
- 306011546480
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule lsv to axle hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces shaling (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail283,157 miles (+3,771)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 283,157 miles
- Test number
- 284677287807
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule lsv to axle hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces shaling (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass279,386 miles (+99)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 279,386 miles
- Test number
- 563782159129
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL pipes greased/undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under-sealed
Fail279,287 miles (+7,713)3 dangerous9 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 279,287 miles
- Test number
- 976573374216
- DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn front wish bone bush ex play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch with in 30 cm of suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner front of arch hole and corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear arch hole and corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear arch hole and corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hole and corroded behind wheel arch
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill hole and corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass271,574 miles (+5,666)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 271,574 miles
- Test number
- 387317212792
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass265,908 miles (+6,700)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 265,908 miles
- Test number
- 150481979316
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass259,208 miles (+6,735)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 259,208 miles
- Test number
- 974340309500
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass252,473 miles (+7,602)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 252,473 miles
- Test number
- 449519790462
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass244,871 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 244,871 miles
- Test number
- 585683939558
- AdvisoryPin hole n/s/f inner sill next to grommet
- AdvisoryVery slight play o/s/f upper ball joint
Fail244,871 miles (+1,070)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 244,871 miles
- Test number
- 593900350105
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPin hole n/s/f inner sill next to grommet
- AdvisoryVery slight play o/s/f upper ball joint
Pass243,801 miles (+23)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 243,801 miles
- Test number
- 993852354783
- AdvisoryFront discs worn
- AdvisorySlight play front antiroll bar link bushes
Fail243,778 miles (+10,841)7 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,778 miles
- Test number
- 639912100559
- FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking point (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working noplate light (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- AdvisoryFront discs worn
- AdvisorySlight play front antiroll bar link bushes
Pass232,937 miles (+52)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 232,937 miles
- Test number
- 374282946030
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
- AdvisoryNearside rear metal brake pipes corroding
- AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable routed wrongly
- AdvisorySlight blow front exhaust
Fail232,885 miles (+12,020)8 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 232,885 miles
- Test number
- 787312799380
- FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement handbrake lever stuck on (3.5.1k)
- FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view wiper arms appear to be the wrong way round/wrong side (8.2.1c)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases just beyond catalytic converter, mounting bracket corroded off (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing plastic dust cover damaged (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOil leak from rear of engine
Pass220,865 miles (+5)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 220,865 miles
- Test number
- 158023705236
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- NoteNearside front inner sill corroded but not within prescribed area
Fail220,860 miles (+6,486)3 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,860 miles
- Test number
- 138852705292
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteNearside front inner sill corroded but not within prescribed area
Pass214,374 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 214,374 miles
- Test number
- 676182594189
- NoteNearside front tyre splits on inner wall cut on outer wall.
- NoteNearside rear inner tyre cuts on wall.
- NoteOil leak.
- NoteRear service brake efforts low.
Fail214,374 miles (+7,880)3 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,374 miles
- Test number
- 346362494106
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- NoteNearside front tyre splits on inner wall cut on outer wall.
- NoteNearside rear inner tyre cuts on wall.
- NoteOil leak.
- NoteRear service brake efforts low.
Fail206,494 miles3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,494 miles
- Test number
- 307493203456
- Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass206,494 miles (+14,000)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 206,494 miles
- Test number
- 667463403201
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass192,494 miles (+7,158)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 192,494 miles
- Test number
- 217510112101
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass185,336 miles7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 185,336 miles
- Test number
- 598996351061
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteDrivers wiper starting to split
- NoteNear side track rod inner ball joint (rack) has slight play
Fail185,336 miles (+13,514)8 failures8 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,336 miles
- Test number
- 806014551055
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
- AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteDrivers wiper starting to split
- NoteNear side track rod inner ball joint (rack) has slight play
Pass171,822 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 171,822 miles
- Test number
- 214545550032
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NotePlay in steering rack,n/s.exhaust smoke.
Fail171,822 miles (+11,823)3 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,822 miles
- Test number
- 472045450085
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NotePlay in steering rack,n/s.exhaust smoke.
Pass159,999 miles (+14,142)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 159,999 miles
- Test number
- 151174839436
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass145,857 miles (+48)5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 145,857 miles
- Test number
- 131813448463
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
- NoteOffside mirror cracked
Fail145,809 miles (+15,033)3 failures5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,809 miles
- Test number
- 570039438054
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
Pass130,776 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 130,776 miles
- Test number
- 892070656397
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail130,774 miles (+6,364)1 dangerous3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,774 miles
- Test number
- 584649746391
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass124,410 miles (+275)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 124,410 miles
- Test number
- 443395386175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail124,135 miles4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,135 miles
- Test number
- 131141586167
- FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Questions about Y899 NKU
- Does Y899 NKU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y899 NKU is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y899 NKU?
- The MOT on Y899 NKU is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y899 NKU done?
- Y899 NKU was recorded at 285,150 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 8,021 miles a year.
- Has Y899 NKU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y899 NKU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on Y899 NKU 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 Y899 NKU find?
- Y899 NKU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside outer sill soft.
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