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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,461 cc

A14 XCSMOT history

A14 XCS is a black petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 209,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

A14 XCS black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
209,034 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 XCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 XCS was last recorded at 209,034 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 2,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,712 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,322 miles
Average per year
7,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 209,034 miles
  • 2024 – 206,712 miles
  • 2023 – 203,815 miles
  • 2022 – 202,265 miles
  • 2021 – 198,577 miles
  • 2020 – 197,562 miles
  • 2017 – 197,481 miles
  • 2016 – 195,850 miles
  • 2015 – 193,329 miles
  • 2011 – 160,051 miles
  • 2010 – 127,532 miles
  • 2008 – 90,260 miles
  • 2007 – 65,274 miles
  • 2006 – 63,133 miles
  • 2005 – 57,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,034 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,034 miles (+2,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    209,034 miles
    Test number
    379979091239
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass206,712 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    206,712 miles
    Test number
    164828692677
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s inner sill inline with fuel filler
  3. Fail206,712 miles (+2,897)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,712 miles
    Test number
    917025880752
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s inner sill inline with fuel filler
  4. Pass203,815 miles (+1,550)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    203,815 miles
    Test number
    129465430004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s/f sill
  5. Pass202,265 miles (+3,688)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    202,265 miles
    Test number
    190385362928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s inner sill
  6. Pass198,577 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    198,577 miles
    Test number
    616316350454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/r and n/s/f inner sill
  7. Fail198,577 miles (+1,015)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,577 miles
    Test number
    241139692612
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/r and n/s/f inner sill
  8. Pass197,562 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    197,562 miles
    Test number
    214685863061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail197,481 miles (+2)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,481 miles
    Test number
    112168798249
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNon ply rated tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s front seatbelt slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s front sidelight dim
    • AdvisorySill,chassis,front wheelboxes/chassis showing corrosion/corroded
  10. Fail197,479 miles (+1,629)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,479 miles
    Test number
    698701037667
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass195,850 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    195,850 miles
    Test number
    316467316793
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  12. Fail195,848 miles (+3)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,848 miles
    Test number
    358662783831
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front+rear rear brake flexi hoses showing slight deterioration (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres non ply-rated
    • AdvisoryF brake rubber showing deterioration
    • AdvisoryFront wheelboxe/inner wing/chassis,inner+outer sills showing corrosion/corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable showing slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s seatbelt has slight damage
  13. Fail195,845 miles (+2,516)1 dangerous10 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,845 miles
    Test number
    412832860516
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres non ply rated
    • AdvisoryFootbrake rubber showing slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryFront wheelbox/chassis/inner wing+outer/inner sill showing corrosion/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront+rear flexi brake hoses showing slight deteroration
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable showing slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt has slight damage
  14. Pass193,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    193,329 miles
    Test number
    939111365006
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail193,329 miles (+33)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,329 miles
    Test number
    196742455496
    • DangerousSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Fail193,296 miles (+33,245)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,296 miles
    Test number
    599154345005
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth inner steering arm joints has alot of play
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning lamp on
    • NoteEngine misfire
  17. Pass160,051 miles (+254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    160,051 miles
    Test number
    637911331284
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail159,797 miles (+32,265)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,797 miles
    Test number
    666348621226
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass127,532 miles (+248)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    127,532 miles
    Test number
    873844150033
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail127,284 miles (+37,024)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,284 miles
    Test number
    442800750002
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass90,260 miles (+8)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    90,260 miles
    Test number
    680374638221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  22. Fail90,252 miles (+24,978)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,252 miles
    Test number
    751331238243
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  23. Pass65,274 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,274 miles
    Test number
    352540487059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,133 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    63,133 miles
    Test number
    823189866296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,356 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    854778745368
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
  26. Pass57,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    982788045382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A14 XCS

Does A14 XCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A14 XCS expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A14 XCS?
The MOT on A14 XCS expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A14 XCS done?
A14 XCS was recorded at 209,034 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 7,720 miles a year.
Has A14 XCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 XCS has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on A14 XCS 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 A14 XCS find?
A14 XCS passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre.

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