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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

K56 MESMOT history

K56 MES is a white and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 158,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

K56 MES white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
158,406 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K56 MES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K56 MES was last recorded at 158,406 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 2,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,852 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,554 miles
Average per year
5,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,406 miles
  • 2025 – 155,852 miles
  • 2024 – 151,387 miles
  • 2023 – 150,784 miles
  • 2022 – 146,523 miles
  • 2021 – 144,645 miles
  • 2020 – 143,596 miles
  • 2019 – 142,055 miles
  • 2018 – 139,144 miles
  • 2017 – 136,375 miles
  • 2016 – 134,701 miles
  • 2015 – 133,333 miles
  • 2013 – 123,440 miles
  • 2012 – 114,142 miles
  • 2011 – 105,262 miles
  • 2010 – 94,172 miles
  • 2009 – 84,439 miles
  • 2008 – 72,086 miles
  • 2007 – 57,815 miles
  • 2006 – 50,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,406 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes have slight corrosion at connection ends. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear hoses, slightly perished too. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,406 miles (+2,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    158,406 miles
    Test number
    801989510144
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes have slight corrosion at connection ends. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear hoses, slightly perished too. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass155,852 miles (+4,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,852 miles
    Test number
    327856256453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass151,387 miles (+603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,387 miles
    Test number
    702954742233
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D shaped bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass150,784 miles (+4,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    150,784 miles
    Test number
    536985794349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,523 miles (+1,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,523 miles
    Test number
    894697156979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass144,645 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,645 miles
    Test number
    749541650999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail144,644 miles (+1,048)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,644 miles
    Test number
    475422785811
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shaped bush slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass143,596 miles (+1,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,596 miles
    Test number
    777664626452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass142,055 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,055 miles
    Test number
    839825650196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,144 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,144 miles
    Test number
    980402816200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,375 miles (+1,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    136,375 miles
    Test number
    459024612809
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass134,701 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,701 miles
    Test number
    784391697763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,514 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,514 miles
    Test number
    358222753447
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  14. Fail134,514 miles (+1,181)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,514 miles
    Test number
    174577914944
    • Repaired at testStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  15. Fail133,333 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,333 miles
    Test number
    388000215076
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass133,333 miles (+9,893)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    133,333 miles
    Test number
    666030615047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,440 miles (+9,298)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    123,440 miles
    Test number
    838668103344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,142 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    114,142 miles
    Test number
    698436602334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,262 miles (+11,090)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,262 miles
    Test number
    478157101444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,172 miles (+9,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    553482880256
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Pass84,439 miles (+12,353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    340302709334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,086 miles (+14,271)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,086 miles
    Test number
    840598608370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,815 miles (+6,896)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    57,815 miles
    Test number
    843164007311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    360115006372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K56 MES

Does K56 MES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K56 MES is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K56 MES?
The MOT on K56 MES is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K56 MES done?
K56 MES was recorded at 158,406 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,387 miles a year.
Has K56 MES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K56 MES has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on K56 MES 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 K56 MES find?
K56 MES passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have slight corrosion at connection ends.; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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