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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

K26 DUBMOT history

K26 DUB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2023.

K26 DUB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2024
Mileage
145,699 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K26 DUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
27 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K26 DUB was last recorded at 145,699 miles on 27 May 2023, 664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,035 miles · 1 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
664 miles
Average per year
4,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,699 miles
  • 2022 – 145,035 miles
  • 2020 – 139,989 miles
  • 2019 – 135,901 miles
  • 2018 – 123,698 miles
  • 2017 – 115,616 miles
  • 2016 – 115,608 miles
  • 2015 – 111,464 miles
  • 2014 – 105,816 miles
  • 2013 – 97,709 miles
  • 2012 – 87,838 miles
  • 2010 – 79,975 miles
  • 2009 – 75,446 miles
  • 2008 – 71,401 miles
  • 2007 – 64,896 miles
  • 2006 – 60,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,699 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,699 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    145,699 miles
    Test number
    365276837661
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail145,699 miles (+664)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,699 miles
    Test number
    890075713532
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass145,035 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    145,035 miles
    Test number
    986905847783
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail145,035 miles (+5,046)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,035 miles
    Test number
    386588702809
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass139,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,989 miles
    Test number
    725501605780
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail139,989 miles (+4,088)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,989 miles
    Test number
    618539216142
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass135,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,901 miles
    Test number
    316769537629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,887 miles (+12,189)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,887 miles
    Test number
    194417163189
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass123,698 miles (+8,082)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    135581265947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,616 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,616 miles
    Test number
    807219020300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail115,608 miles (+4,144)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    770451021827
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/chassis as marked (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill as marked (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all steel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all body (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail111,464 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    635414885145
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inside edges

  13. Pass111,464 miles (+5,648)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    985374085162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inside edges

  14. Pass105,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,816 miles
    Test number
    867597044132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,815 miles (+8,106)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,815 miles
    Test number
    567327444192
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass97,709 miles (+9,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,709 miles
    Test number
    287119663418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail87,838 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,838 miles
    Test number
    498961462184
    • Repaired at testBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tie rod has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  18. Pass87,838 miles (+7,863)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,838 miles
    Test number
    895821262157
    • NoteNearside front tie rod has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  19. Pass79,975 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,975 miles
    Test number
    443794360374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,446 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,446 miles
    Test number
    721825569306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    130055368333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,401 miles (+3,030)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    891085968390
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  23. Pass68,371 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    632744108003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,896 miles
    Test number
    373795507082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,896 miles (+4,476)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,896 miles
    Test number
    263225007007
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass60,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,420 miles
    Test number
    333104106049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K26 DUB

Does K26 DUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K26 DUB expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K26 DUB?
The MOT on K26 DUB expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K26 DUB done?
K26 DUB was recorded at 145,699 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2023, an average of 4,904 miles a year.
Has K26 DUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K26 DUB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K26 DUB 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 K26 DUB find?
K26 DUB passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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