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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

K50 XAFMOT history

K50 XAF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

K50 XAF blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,604 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 XAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 XAF was last recorded at 148,604 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jul 2023: 249,401 miles, lower than 402,146 miles on 30 Jun 2023.
  • 26 Sept 2024: 147,247 miles, lower than 249,401 miles on 6 Jul 2023.

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
147,930 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
674 miles
Average per year
1,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,604 miles
  • 2025 – 147,930 miles
  • 2024 – 147,247 miles
  • 2023 – 249,401 miles
  • 2021 – 241,249 miles
  • 2020 – 238,521 miles
  • 2019 – 234,534 miles
  • 2018 – 228,804 miles
  • 2017 – 226,926 miles
  • 2016 – 223,220 miles
  • 2015 – 217,291 miles
  • 2014 – 212,253 miles
  • 2013 – 205,181 miles
  • 2012 – 196,830 miles
  • 2011 – 187,322 miles
  • 2010 – 175,609 miles
  • 2009 – 156,750 miles
  • 2008 – 141,168 miles
  • 2007 – 114,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,604 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing all belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arms and floor areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,604 miles (+674)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,604 miles
    Test number
    357515622385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,930 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,930 miles
    Test number
    424567877051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail147,929 miles (+682)1 dangerous14 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,929 miles
    Test number
    869113374284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside side step loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat removed at time of test
  4. Pass147,247 miles (-102,154)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    147,247 miles
    Test number
    671179418758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass249,401 miles (-152,745)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    249,401 miles
    Test number
    456559155300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail402,146 miles (+160,897)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    402,146 miles
    Test number
    504813050466
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass241,249 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    241,249 miles
    Test number
    259275925310
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all belts
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arms and floor areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail241,249 miles (+2,728)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,249 miles
    Test number
    743484199900
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all belts
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arms and floor areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass238,521 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    238,521 miles
    Test number
    397782206253
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir bag light on
  10. Fail238,514 miles (+3,980)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,514 miles
    Test number
    793739476762
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir bag light on
  11. Pass234,534 miles (+5,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    234,534 miles
    Test number
    837466863131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass228,804 miles (+1,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    228,804 miles
    Test number
    353622993585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass226,926 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    226,926 miles
    Test number
    948975548881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass223,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    223,220 miles
    Test number
    693095336981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail223,220 miles (+5,929)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,220 miles
    Test number
    137977078573
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass217,291 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    217,291 miles
    Test number
    832439410972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass212,253 miles (+7,072)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    212,253 miles
    Test number
    366752014396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal has slightly spongy brakes
    • NoteDifferent type of wheel fitted to nearside front of vehicle
  18. Pass205,181 miles (+8,351)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    205,181 miles
    Test number
    595869703387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass196,830 miles (+9,508)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    196,830 miles
    Test number
    398427772229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass187,322 miles (+11,713)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    187,322 miles
    Test number
    378100881231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWippers leave slight water traces
  21. Pass175,609 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    175,609 miles
    Test number
    702224780260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail175,598 miles (+18,848)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,598 miles
    Test number
    380438770291
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass156,750 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    156,750 miles
    Test number
    312807269453
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail156,694 miles (+15,526)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,694 miles
    Test number
    513061769268
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass141,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    141,168 miles
    Test number
    913335858223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail141,168 miles (+26,623)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,168 miles
    Test number
    300174358476
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  27. Pass114,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    114,545 miles
    Test number
    114400777203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K50 XAF

Does K50 XAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K50 XAF is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K50 XAF?
The MOT on K50 XAF is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K50 XAF done?
K50 XAF was recorded at 148,604 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 1,793 miles a year.
Has K50 XAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 XAF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K50 XAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 6 Jul 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K50 XAF find?
K50 XAF passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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