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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

K8 TGLMOT history

K8 TGL is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 217,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

K8 TGL red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
217,624 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 TGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 TGL was last recorded at 217,624 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,450 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
174 miles
Average per year
882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,624 miles
  • 2025 – 217,450 miles
  • 2024 – 217,441 miles
  • 2023 – 217,252 miles
  • 2022 – 217,151 miles
  • 2020 – 212,326 miles
  • 2018 – 211,957 miles
  • 2017 – 209,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,624 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,624 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    217,624 miles
    Test number
    183587237965
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass217,450 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    217,450 miles
    Test number
    194864206000
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass217,441 miles (+189)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    217,441 miles
    Test number
    977257857915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass217,252 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    217,252 miles
    Test number
    912557388578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail217,248 miles (+97)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,248 miles
    Test number
    107130664817
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass217,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    217,151 miles
    Test number
    188224584314
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail217,151 miles (+4,825)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,151 miles
    Test number
    970007062445
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass212,326 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    212,326 miles
    Test number
    924883539126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    496109053096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. FailMileage not read5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    609723978982
    • MajorCentral Rear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass211,957 miles (+2,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    211,957 miles
    Test number
    934204247920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass209,132 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    209,132 miles
    Test number
    497440446303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail209,130 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,130 miles
    Test number
    476966921996
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% tail light brighter than off side rear (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about K8 TGL

Does K8 TGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 TGL is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 TGL?
The MOT on K8 TGL is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 TGL done?
K8 TGL was recorded at 217,624 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 882 miles a year.
Has K8 TGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 TGL has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on K8 TGL 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 K8 TGL find?
K8 TGL passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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