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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 1,896 cc

K71 FHXMOT history

K71 FHX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 92,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

K71 FHX blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,137 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K71 FHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K71 FHX was last recorded at 92,137 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,137 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,137 miles
  • 2025 – 88,945 miles
  • 2024 – 85,868 miles
  • 2023 – 85,463 miles
  • 2022 – 83,773 miles
  • 2021 – 80,756 miles
  • 2020 – 78,540 miles
  • 2019 – 76,085 miles
  • 2018 – 74,039 miles
  • 2017 – 71,968 miles
  • 2016 – 71,631 miles
  • 2015 – 70,855 miles
  • 2014 – 69,805 miles
  • 2013 – 67,716 miles
  • 2012 – 61,571 miles
  • 2011 – 58,141 miles
  • 2010 – 55,494 miles
  • 2009 – 49,567 miles
  • 2008 – 44,917 miles
  • 2007 – 44,654 miles
  • 2006 – 43,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,137 miles
  • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside front welding repair poorRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,137 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,137 miles
    Test number
    273179982626
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front welding repair poor

  2. Fail92,137 miles (+3,192)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,137 miles
    Test number
    817098612109
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front welding repair poor

  3. Pass88,945 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,945 miles
    Test number
    297048451268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front welding repair poor

  4. Fail88,945 miles (+3,077)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,945 miles
    Test number
    374452629248
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front welding repair poor

  5. Pass85,868 miles (+405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,868 miles
    Test number
    943705514998
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    199505364259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail85,463 miles (+1,690)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    592316680321
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    741465379529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail83,773 miles (+3,017)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    657958386762
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,756 miles (+2,216)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,756 miles
    Test number
    772161260800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,540 miles (+2,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,540 miles
    Test number
    887911254425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bad repair to n/s/f chassis unable to see condition of chassis under metal plate
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to both front brake pipes
    • AdvisorySigns of perishing to both rear tyres

  12. Pass76,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,085 miles
    Test number
    437761764829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail76,085 miles (+2,046)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,085 miles
    Test number
    139449396798
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass74,039 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,039 miles
    Test number
    134767947518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,034 miles (+2,066)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,034 miles
    Test number
    916883350704
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

  16. Pass71,968 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,968 miles
    Test number
    142667983552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,631 miles (+776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,631 miles
    Test number
    762340319782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  18. Pass70,855 miles (+1,050)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,855 miles
    Test number
    209367215289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass69,805 miles (+51)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,805 miles
    Test number
    839717614219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall slightly perished

  20. Fail69,754 miles (+2,038)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,754 miles
    Test number
    425324604255
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall starting to perish

  21. Pass67,716 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,716 miles
    Test number
    957572933215
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail67,708 miles (+6,137)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,708 miles
    Test number
    499211333296
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass61,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,571 miles
    Test number
    836714232206
    • NoteEXHAUST SERIOUSLY CORRODED.,,,,,,,,,,Thanx.

  24. Fail61,571 miles (+3,430)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,571 miles
    Test number
    399097622234
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEXHAUST SERIOUSLY CORRODED.,,,,,,,,,,Thanx.

  25. Pass58,141 miles (+2,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,141 miles
    Test number
    766593211271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,494 miles
    Test number
    292514420232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail55,494 miles (+5,927)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,494 miles
    Test number
    471964220296
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail49,567 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,567 miles
    Test number
    942573509220
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass49,567 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,567 miles
    Test number
    991613209222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,917 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,917 miles
    Test number
    233827528279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,654 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,654 miles
    Test number
    382956607288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,720 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,720 miles
    Test number
    700291906259
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

Questions about K71 FHX

Does K71 FHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K71 FHX is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K71 FHX?
The MOT on K71 FHX is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K71 FHX done?
K71 FHX was recorded at 92,137 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has K71 FHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K71 FHX has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K71 FHX 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 K71 FHX find?
K71 FHX passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 8 more.

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