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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,968 cc

K74 SBVMOT history

K74 SBV is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 115,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

K74 SBV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
115,634 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K74 SBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
3 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K74 SBV was last recorded at 115,634 miles on 27 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,634 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,634 miles
  • 2025 – 114,807 miles
  • 2024 – 114,774 miles
  • 2023 – 114,770 miles
  • 2021 – 114,075 miles
  • 2020 – 104,722 miles
  • 2019 – 93,112 miles
  • 2018 – 88,931 miles
  • 2017 – 83,042 miles
  • 2016 – 73,972 miles
  • 2015 – 60,322 miles
  • 2014 – 56,840 miles
  • 2013 – 49,889 miles
  • 2012 – 49,160 miles
  • 2011 – 48,581 miles
  • 2010 – 48,438 miles
  • 2009 – 47,243 miles
  • 2007 – 44,789 miles
  • 2005 – 38,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,634 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg in arch area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Brake load sensing valve stiff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,634 miles
    Test number
    891222600497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail115,634 miles (+827)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,634 miles
    Test number
    901104428771
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front chassi leg hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassi leg poor repair (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass114,807 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,807 miles
    Test number
    903632300651
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg in arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,807 miles (+33)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,807 miles
    Test number
    135759064819
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top - chassi leg visable underbonnet near engine mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg in arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail114,774 miles (+4)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,774 miles
    Test number
    550143311687
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail114,770 miles (+695)10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,770 miles
    Test number
    352524047161
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury side door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass114,075 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,075 miles
    Test number
    439387620550
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material small pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail114,075 miles (+9,353)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,075 miles
    Test number
    933045140403
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material small pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass104,722 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,722 miles
    Test number
    779008864067
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

  10. Fail104,722 miles (+11,610)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,722 miles
    Test number
    889414150589
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

  11. Pass93,112 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,112 miles
    Test number
    978560403563
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail93,112 miles (+4,181)1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,112 miles
    Test number
    299954106766
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass88,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,931 miles
    Test number
    494252362814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight corrosion outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight corrosion outer sill

  14. Fail88,931 miles (+5,889)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,931 miles
    Test number
    407734902653
    • FailureNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight corrosion outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight corrosion outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass83,042 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,042 miles
    Test number
    278744173294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion corroded near sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion corroded near sill (6.1.B.2)

  16. Fail83,041 miles (+9,069)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,041 miles
    Test number
    942879564318
    • FailureCentral Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe cracked (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion corroded near sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion corroded near sill (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass73,972 miles (+13,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,972 miles
    Test number
    706545706873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass60,322 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,322 miles
    Test number
    247185705126
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail60,322 miles (+3,482)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,322 miles
    Test number
    376184005118
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass56,840 miles (+6,951)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,840 miles
    Test number
    105565134181
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre outer wall cracking

  21. Pass49,889 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,889 miles
    Test number
    206020803445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    245170272129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,160 miles (+579)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    316830072121
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass48,581 miles (+143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,581 miles
    Test number
    819547541152
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Pass48,438 miles (+1,195)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,438 miles
    Test number
    370065810017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass47,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,243 miles
    Test number
    213687519013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,243 miles (+2,454)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,243 miles
    Test number
    513996019070
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass44,789 miles (+3,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    613841457395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  29. Pass41,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    610945317035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,123 miles (+2,770)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    761065617090
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass38,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    38,353 miles
    Test number
    732404555311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K74 SBV

Does K74 SBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K74 SBV is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K74 SBV?
The MOT on K74 SBV is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K74 SBV done?
K74 SBV was recorded at 115,634 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,782 miles a year.
Has K74 SBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K74 SBV has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K74 SBV 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 K74 SBV find?
K74 SBV passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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