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Volkswagen Type 2 Splitscreen BUS

Red and Cream · Petrol · 1960 · 1,600 cc

703 XUSMOT history

703 XUS is a red and cream petrol Volkswagen Type 2 Splitscreen BUS first used on 14 Jun 2009. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 40,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2024
Mileage
40,360 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2023
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
703 XUS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Type 2 Splitscreen BUS
Colour
Red and Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
14 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

703 XUS was last recorded at 40,360 miles on 23 Aug 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,349 miles · 13 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 40,360 miles
  • 2022 – 40,349 miles
  • 2021 – 40,311 miles
  • 2020 – 40,294 miles
  • 2018 – 40,237 miles
  • 2017 – 40,207 miles
  • 2015 – 39,915 miles
  • 2010 – 39,835 miles
  • 2009 – 38,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,360 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Wiring loom missing grommets

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Hand brake cables tight against suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,360 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    40,360 miles
    Test number
    828936424411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,349 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,349 miles
    Test number
    353744397692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,311 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,311 miles
    Test number
    801322768940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,294 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    40,294 miles
    Test number
    851909152549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,237 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,237 miles
    Test number
    123599740510
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake cables tight on rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryWiring loom missing grommets

  6. Pass40,207 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,207 miles
    Test number
    237031143297
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHand brake cables tight against suspension arms
    • AdvisoryWiring loom missing grommets

  7. Fail40,169 miles (+254)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,169 miles
    Test number
    716975303830
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PEDAL FOULING WIRING LOOM CAUTION
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE CABLES TIGHT AGAINST SUSPENSION ARMS
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryWIRING LOOM MISSING GROMMETS. CAUTION

  8. Fail39,915 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,915 miles
    Test number
    215297065414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  9. Pass39,915 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,915 miles
    Test number
    247897965177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,835 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    620261240337
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass39,835 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    714301940320
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Fail39,814 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,814 miles
    Test number
    382903520431
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass115,475 miles (+77,319)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    115,475 miles
    Test number
    362193020402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    251025709164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,156 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    204134709190
    • FailureBrake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureRear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion in offside inner sill panelling/chassis,over 12" away from all prescribed areas
    • NoteNon standard washer system fitted

Questions about 703 XUS

What vehicle is registration 703 XUS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 703 XUS on a red and cream petrol Volkswagen Type 2 Splitscreen BUS first used on 14 Jun 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 703 XUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 703 XUS expired on 22 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 703 XUS?
The MOT on 703 XUS expired on 22 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 703 XUS done?
703 XUS was recorded at 40,360 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2023, an average of 154 miles a year.
Has 703 XUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 703 XUS has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on 703 XUS 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 703 XUS find?
703 XUS passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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