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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 1,896 cc

K21 HWAMOT history

K21 HWA is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 136,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

K21 HWA red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2026
Mileage
136,769 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 HWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
24 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K21 HWA was last recorded at 136,769 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Feb 2010: 98,698 miles, lower than 128,054 miles on 13 Jan 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
136,375 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
394 miles
Average per year
1,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,769 miles
  • 2025 – 136,375 miles
  • 2023 – 133,102 miles
  • 2022 – 132,830 miles
  • 2021 – 124,425 miles
  • 2020 – 124,000 miles
  • 2019 – 123,683 miles
  • 2018 – 122,897 miles
  • 2017 – 121,404 miles
  • 2016 – 119,477 miles
  • 2015 – 114,466 miles
  • 2012 – 110,979 miles
  • 2011 – 106,636 miles
  • 2010 – 98,698 miles
  • 2009 – 128,054 miles
  • 2007 – 117,358 miles
  • 2006 – 109,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,769 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Play in o/s and n/s steering rack ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,769 miles (+394)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,769 miles
    Test number
    456148993809
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,375 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    136,375 miles
    Test number
    972813948720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    133,102 miles
    Test number
    441049224518
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail133,102 miles (+272)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,102 miles
    Test number
    754834958023
    • Repaired at testFront Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass132,830 miles (+8,405)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,830 miles
    Test number
    326314126059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,425 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    124,425 miles
    Test number
    858281655486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,000 miles (+317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    124,000 miles
    Test number
    751301507113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,683 miles (+786)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,683 miles
    Test number
    640706587164
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass122,897 miles (+1,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,897 miles
    Test number
    777532410338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass121,404 miles (+1,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,404 miles
    Test number
    510828728050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass119,477 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,477 miles
    Test number
    134981249340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s and n/s steering rack ends

  12. Fail119,477 miles (+5,011)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,477 miles
    Test number
    740200155815
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s and n/s steering rack ends

  13. Pass114,466 miles (+3,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,466 miles
    Test number
    889808615184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass110,979 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    337184082095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail110,975 miles (+4,339)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,975 miles
    Test number
    889161082098
    • FailureCentre Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass106,636 miles (+7,938)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,636 miles
    Test number
    779870311108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,698 miles (-29,356)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    98,698 miles
    Test number
    344989740062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,054 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    661373619097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail128,044 miles (+10,686)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,044 miles
    Test number
    794499409056
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass117,358 miles (+7,926)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    117,358 miles
    Test number
    493670897234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f mirror glass smashed

  21. Pass109,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    109,432 miles
    Test number
    382286086409
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about K21 HWA

Does K21 HWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K21 HWA expired on 27 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K21 HWA?
The MOT on K21 HWA expired on 27 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K21 HWA done?
K21 HWA was recorded at 136,769 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 1,373 miles a year.
Has K21 HWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 HWA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K21 HWA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K21 HWA find?
K21 HWA failed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: horn not working; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, and 4 more.

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