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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1993 · 2,459 cc

K78 UDGMOT history

K78 UDG is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 79,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

K78 UDG white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,472 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K78 UDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K78 UDG was last recorded at 79,472 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 1,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,405 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,067 miles
Average per year
2,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,472 miles
  • 2025 – 78,405 miles
  • 2024 – 77,018 miles
  • 2023 – 76,515 miles
  • 2022 – 75,939 miles
  • 2021 – 72,405 miles
  • 2020 – 68,299 miles
  • 2019 – 66,242 miles
  • 2018 – 64,049 miles
  • 2017 – 59,477 miles
  • 2016 – 56,263 miles
  • 2015 – 53,275 miles
  • 2014 – 49,257 miles
  • 2013 – 46,801 miles
  • 2012 – 39,845 miles
  • 2010 – 36,709 miles
  • 2009 – 34,186 miles
  • 2008 – 31,439 miles
  • 2007 – 28,215 miles
  • 2006 – 24,254 miles
  • 2005 – 19,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,472 miles
    Test number
    729454446894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,470 miles (+1,065)1 dangerous5 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,470 miles
    Test number
    903048234340
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass78,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    670805291699
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail78,395 miles (+1,377)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    816245451732
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,018 miles
    Test number
    243295619430
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,018 miles (+503)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,018 miles
    Test number
    987440242268
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,515 miles (+576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    235645923731
    • AdvisoryBoth front outriggers corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,939 miles (+3,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,939 miles
    Test number
    297068353845
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis outrigger corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis outrigger corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,405 miles (+4,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,405 miles
    Test number
    965950334400
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis corroded outside prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,299 miles (+2,057)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,299 miles
    Test number
    758025359248
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective pair (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass66,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    66,242 miles
    Test number
    416781676538
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail66,242 miles (+2,193)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,242 miles
    Test number
    379651664447
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass64,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,049 miles
    Test number
    471080890496
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail64,049 miles (+4,572)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,049 miles
    Test number
    187357543487
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass59,477 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    843008367122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  16. Fail59,470 miles (+3,207)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    124475975062
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass56,263 miles (+2,988)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,263 miles
    Test number
    902929536722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,275 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,275 miles
    Test number
    896757555021
    • NoteCentre pipe rubber mounting split

  19. Fail53,274 miles (+4,017)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,274 miles
    Test number
    805165855036
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre pipe rubber mounting split

  20. Pass49,257 miles (+2,456)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,257 miles
    Test number
    155450754435
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brakes slight imbalance

  21. Pass46,801 miles (+6,956)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,801 miles
    Test number
    905214743016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,845 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    39,845 miles
    Test number
    195316642490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,709 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,709 miles
    Test number
    492212220420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,186 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,186 miles
    Test number
    663204629325
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.
    • NoteRear brakes juddering slightly.
    • NoteSlight oil leak.

  25. Fail34,186 miles (+2,747)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,186 miles
    Test number
    470594929362
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.
    • NoteRear brakes juddering slightly.
    • NoteSlight oil leak.

  26. Pass31,439 miles (+3,224)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,439 miles
    Test number
    530774528382
    • NoteCentre exhaust section damaged.

  27. Pass28,215 miles (+3,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,215 miles
    Test number
    411816327360
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass24,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,254 miles
    Test number
    783874226359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,253 miles (+4,951)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,253 miles
    Test number
    213204926375
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass19,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,302 miles
    Test number
    813278425347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K78 UDG

Does K78 UDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K78 UDG is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K78 UDG?
The MOT on K78 UDG is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K78 UDG done?
K78 UDG was recorded at 79,472 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,904 miles a year.
Has K78 UDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K78 UDG has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K78 UDG 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 K78 UDG find?
K78 UDG passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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