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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

D1 ACLMOT history

D1 ACL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 199,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

D1 ACL silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
199,675 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 ACL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 ACL was last recorded at 199,675 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 4,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2009: 62,245 miles, lower than 66,216 miles on 3 Sept 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
195,075 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,600 miles
Average per year
8,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,675 miles
  • 2025 – 195,075 miles
  • 2023 – 181,745 miles
  • 2022 – 169,992 miles
  • 2021 – 165,313 miles
  • 2020 – 155,318 miles
  • 2019 – 145,935 miles
  • 2018 – 130,779 miles
  • 2017 – 130,767 miles
  • 2016 – 124,256 miles
  • 2014 – 117,937 miles
  • 2013 – 100,780 miles
  • 2012 – 89,245 miles
  • 2011 – 82,382 miles
  • 2010 – 73,621 miles
  • 2009 – 62,245 miles
  • 2008 – 53,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,675 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,675 miles (+4,600)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    199,675 miles
    Test number
    253623020993
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass195,075 miles (+13,330)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,075 miles
    Test number
    608418882173
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass181,745 miles (+11,753)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    181,745 miles
    Test number
    812102347680
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass169,992 miles (+1,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    169,992 miles
    Test number
    534623645280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail168,970 miles (+3,657)9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,970 miles
    Test number
    556447340071
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction not illuminating (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass165,313 miles (+243)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    381408673507
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail165,070 miles (+9,752)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,070 miles
    Test number
    364967082632
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. not working at all (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass155,318 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,318 miles
    Test number
    915554238534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBad oil leaks and breather problems
    • AdvisoryDualmass flywheel badly worn

  9. Fail155,318 miles (+9,383)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,318 miles
    Test number
    333953013127
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBad oil leaks and breather problems
    • AdvisoryDualmass flywheel badly worn
    • AdvisoryOil level very low

  10. Pass145,935 miles (+335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,935 miles
    Test number
    960156686966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail145,600 miles (+14,821)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,600 miles
    Test number
    181443983928
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass130,779 miles (+12)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,779 miles
    Test number
    433949810191
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass130,767 miles (+13)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,767 miles
    Test number
    326782391470
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail130,754 miles (+6,498)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,754 miles
    Test number
    691339872604
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear unable to check o/s rear seat belts due to contents in vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass124,256 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,256 miles
    Test number
    454020094668
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryCould not check rear belt due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryCould not jack rear of vehicle up due to rear springs broken in such away it will leave vehicle imobile
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  16. Fail124,256 miles (+6,319)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,256 miles
    Test number
    680436297577
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSide repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryCould not check rear belt due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryCould not jack rear of vehicle up due to rear springs broken in such away it will leave vehicle imobile
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  17. Pass117,937 miles (+17,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    117,937 miles
    Test number
    959794704385
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass100,780 miles (+11,535)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    100,780 miles
    Test number
    709860183271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOsf mirror damaged but still can see rear

  19. Pass89,245 miles (+6,863)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,245 miles
    Test number
    655109962250
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NotePad warning light on
    • NoteTurbo pipe blowing

  20. Pass82,382 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,382 miles
    Test number
    769659071279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,259 miles (+8,638)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,259 miles
    Test number
    999300871215
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail73,621 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,621 miles
    Test number
    840035660206
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass73,621 miles (+11,376)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,621 miles
    Test number
    941785160261
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass62,245 miles (-3,971)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,245 miles
    Test number
    830520569244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,216 miles (+12,280)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,216 miles
    Test number
    810036049238
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  26. Pass53,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    634088148282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D1 ACL

Does D1 ACL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 ACL is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 ACL?
The MOT on D1 ACL is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 ACL done?
D1 ACL was recorded at 199,675 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 8,046 miles a year.
Has D1 ACL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 ACL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on D1 ACL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D1 ACL find?
D1 ACL passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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