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Beige · Diesel · 2017 · 1,968 cc

Y8 POUMOT history

Y8 POU is a beige diesel Volkswagen California first used on 27 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 77,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

Y8 POU beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
77,007 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 POU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
27 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 POU was last recorded at 77,007 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 12,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,757 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,250 miles
Average per year
12,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,007 miles
  • 2024 – 64,757 miles
  • 2023 – 52,643 miles
  • 2022 – 42,782 miles
  • 2021 – 30,621 miles
  • 2020 – 15,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,007 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Nov 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,007 miles (+12,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    77,007 miles
    Test number
    321608951580
    • 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))

  2. Pass64,757 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    64,757 miles
    Test number
    529195783436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail64,750 miles (+12,107)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,750 miles
    Test number
    503598653552
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass52,643 miles (+9,861)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    52,643 miles
    Test number
    978795365218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,782 miles (+12,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,782 miles
    Test number
    633756812122
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryWipers could be better

  6. Pass30,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    624265224324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail30,621 miles (+15,380)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    650752663877
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass15,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    15,241 miles
    Test number
    904896889850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 POU

Does Y8 POU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 POU is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y8 POU?
The MOT on Y8 POU is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 POU done?
Y8 POU was recorded at 77,007 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 12,341 miles a year.
Has Y8 POU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 POU has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y8 POU 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 Y8 POU find?
Y8 POU passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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