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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,370 cc

K78 XNKMOT history

K78 XNK is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 149,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

K78 XNK 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 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,040 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K78 XNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K78 XNK was last recorded at 149,040 miles on 29 May 2026, 4,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,941 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,099 miles
Average per year
3,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,040 miles
  • 2025 – 144,941 miles
  • 2024 – 137,358 miles
  • 2023 – 131,124 miles
  • 2022 – 129,506 miles
  • 2021 – 127,725 miles
  • 2020 – 126,866 miles
  • 2018 – 118,038 miles
  • 2017 – 116,662 miles
  • 2016 – 115,671 miles
  • 2015 – 114,192 miles
  • 2014 – 112,321 miles
  • 2013 – 109,643 miles
  • 2012 – 105,916 miles
  • 2011 – 100,843 miles
  • 2010 – 95,863 miles
  • 2009 – 93,160 miles
  • 2008 – 88,643 miles
  • 2007 – 84,224 miles
  • 2006 – 80,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,040 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,040 miles (+4,099)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,040 miles
    Test number
    504274077291
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass144,941 miles (+211)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    144,941 miles
    Test number
    874442796753
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen leaks due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under bonnet (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,730 miles (+7,372)9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,730 miles
    Test number
    163539119774
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill by jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen leaks due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under bonnet (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,358 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,358 miles
    Test number
    682997172106
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,358 miles (+213)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,358 miles
    Test number
    875594391483
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail137,145 miles (+6,021)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,145 miles
    Test number
    787490050923
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,124 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    131,124 miles
    Test number
    121001828339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,115 miles (+1,609)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,115 miles
    Test number
    348323761883
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Out rigger corroded

  9. Pass129,506 miles (+1,781)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,506 miles
    Test number
    687586317456
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported At caliper flexible hose mounting snapped (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass127,725 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,725 miles
    Test number
    759616184207
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 by sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded

  11. Fail127,724 miles (+858)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,724 miles
    Test number
    255502252831
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 by sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded

  12. Pass126,866 miles (+8,828)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,866 miles
    Test number
    148469223070
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass118,038 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,038 miles
    Test number
    177709139853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,662 miles (+991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    138340041266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure corroded

  15. Pass115,671 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,671 miles
    Test number
    754036361366
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  16. Fail115,669 miles (+1,477)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,669 miles
    Test number
    924034638672
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle structure corroded

  17. Pass114,192 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    179837825129
    • NoteBody has corrosion in and around prescribed areas .

  18. Fail114,192 miles (+1,871)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    995147025141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • NoteBody has corrosion in and around prescribed areas .

  19. Pass112,321 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,321 miles
    Test number
    206424134422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBody has corrosion in and around pescribed area's, not holed.

  20. Fail112,310 miles (+2,667)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,310 miles
    Test number
    385600424107
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBody has corrosion in and around pescribed area's, not holed.

  21. Pass109,643 miles (+3,727)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    109,643 miles
    Test number
    226432113150
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteAdvise near side front tyre cracking

  22. Pass105,916 miles (+5,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,916 miles
    Test number
    679531622117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass100,843 miles (+4,980)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    100,843 miles
    Test number
    557536511187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFull lower engine cover fitted.
    • NoteN/s/r wheel minor binding.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner shoulder.
    • NoteSome blistering on o/s outer sill.
    • NoteVehicle fitted with tow bar.
    • NoteVehicle has been damaged to o/s/f corner.

  24. Pass95,863 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    95,863 miles
    Test number
    572583530101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFull lower engine cover fitted.
    • NoteN/s/r wheel binding slightly.
    • NoteVehicle been damaged o/s/f
    • NoteVehicle fitted with tow bar.

  25. Fail95,863 miles (+2,703)2 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,863 miles
    Test number
    763193130139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFull lower engine cover fitted.
    • NoteN/s/r wheel binding slightly.
    • NoteVehicle been damaged o/s/f
    • NoteVehicle fitted with tow bar.

  26. Pass93,160 miles (+4,517)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    93,160 miles
    Test number
    860154019183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteMain beam tell tale not working.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteVehicle has obviously been damaged on o/s/f & poorly repaired.

  27. Pass88,643 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    284313548415
    • NoteO/s/f lower ball joint gaitor split.

  28. Fail88,643 miles (+4,419)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    892523348181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/f lower ball joint gaitor split.

  29. Pass84,224 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    84,224 miles
    Test number
    202801547104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail84,223 miles (+3,685)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,223 miles
    Test number
    691887237133
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass80,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,538 miles
    Test number
    204284626130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K78 XNK

Does K78 XNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K78 XNK is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K78 XNK?
The MOT on K78 XNK is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K78 XNK done?
K78 XNK was recorded at 149,040 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,413 miles a year.
Has K78 XNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K78 XNK has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on K78 XNK 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 XNK find?
K78 XNK passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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