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Volkswagen Transporter

Beige · Petrol · 1993 · 2,459 cc

K51 SKOMOT history

K51 SKO is a beige petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Jan 1993. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 185,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2023.

K51 SKO beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2024
Mileage
185,014 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K51 SKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
8 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K51 SKO was last recorded at 185,014 miles on 29 Aug 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,010 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,014 miles
  • 2022 – 181,975 miles
  • 2021 – 181,358 miles
  • 2020 – 180,939 miles
  • 2019 – 180,186 miles
  • 2018 – 179,051 miles
  • 2017 – 175,964 miles
  • 2016 – 169,167 miles
  • 2015 – 160,714 miles
  • 2014 – 153,897 miles
  • 2013 – 146,168 miles
  • 2012 – 143,619 miles
  • 2011 – 139,831 miles
  • 2010 – 136,593 miles
  • 2009 – 130,207 miles
  • 2008 – 123,267 miles
  • 2007 – 114,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,014 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch, front outer chassis leg. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Multiple points of surface corrosion on chassis.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,014 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    185,014 miles
    Test number
    558304341603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch, front outer chassis leg. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,010 miles (+3,035)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,010 miles
    Test number
    726533894504
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch, front outer chassis leg. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,975 miles (+617)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    181,975 miles
    Test number
    998657279673
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch corroded (structure not effected).
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corroded (structure not effected).
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded (structure not effected).

  4. Pass181,358 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    181,358 miles
    Test number
    351520152200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner arch corroded in places
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner and outer arch corroded in several places
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer arch corroded

  5. Fail181,348 miles (+409)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,348 miles
    Test number
    879751465242
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door Check Strap Broken

  6. Pass180,939 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,939 miles
    Test number
    382634206857
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple points of surface corrosion on chassis.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail180,939 miles (+753)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,939 miles
    Test number
    266454420744
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple points of surface corrosion on chassis.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing on outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass180,186 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    180,186 miles
    Test number
    378019240235
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo rusty

  9. Fail180,160 miles (+1,109)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,160 miles
    Test number
    273447354889
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  10. Pass179,051 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    179,051 miles
    Test number
    756276801691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body sill badly corroaded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body sill badly corroaded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail179,051 miles (+3,087)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,051 miles
    Test number
    635409517332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body sill badly corroaded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body sill badly corroaded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass175,964 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    175,964 miles
    Test number
    804344170737
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail175,964 miles (+6,797)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,964 miles
    Test number
    382398766152
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass169,167 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    169,167 miles
    Test number
    990605502480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail169,158 miles (+8,444)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,158 miles
    Test number
    644076193349
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass160,714 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    160,714 miles
    Test number
    769849315277
    • NoteMinor exhaust blow on cat to centre section join

  17. Fail160,714 miles (+6,817)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,714 miles
    Test number
    986628615229
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMinor exhaust blow on cat to centre section join

  18. Pass153,897 miles (+2,943)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    153,897 miles
    Test number
    938259534271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass150,954 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    150,954 miles
    Test number
    719073514078
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded and leaking slightly
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure
    • NoteNs/f outer sill has slight corrosion
    • NoteWindscreen cracked in swept area

  20. Fail150,954 miles (+4,786)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,954 miles
    Test number
    538293114068
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded and leaking slightly
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure
    • NoteNs/f outer sill has slight corrosion
    • NoteWindscreen cracked in swept area

  21. Pass146,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    146,168 miles
    Test number
    366825713049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail146,168 miles (+2,549)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,168 miles
    Test number
    306634513003
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven

  23. Pass143,619 miles (+3,788)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    143,619 miles
    Test number
    305402912088
    • NoteTrack rod end dust covers perishing

  24. Pass139,831 miles (+3,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    139,831 miles
    Test number
    928508211082
    • NoteF cv gaitors condition
    • NoteFlange bolts check on driveshaft

  25. Pass136,593 miles (+6,386)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    136,593 miles
    Test number
    192316550475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMain beam telltale innop
    • NoteSlight play nearside inner s/rack joint

  26. Pass130,207 miles (+6,940)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    130,207 miles
    Test number
    190816319413
    • NoteN/s rack arm
    • NoteScreen chipped

  27. Pass123,267 miles (+8,537)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    123,267 miles
    Test number
    773797808071
    • NoteScreen chipped
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack knuckle

  28. Pass114,730 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    114,730 miles
    Test number
    350618207039
    • NoteSlight play in n/s rack knuckle

Questions about K51 SKO

Does K51 SKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K51 SKO expired on 13 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K51 SKO?
The MOT on K51 SKO expired on 13 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K51 SKO done?
K51 SKO was recorded at 185,014 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2023, an average of 4,224 miles a year.
Has K51 SKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K51 SKO has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on K51 SKO 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 K51 SKO find?
K51 SKO passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front outer wheel arch corroded.; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch, front outer chassis leg.; offside front outer wheel arch corroded., and 2 more.

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