Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc
P129 HFCMOT history
P129 HFC is a red petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 187,364 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 187,364 mi
- At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 6,107 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P129 HFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1997
- First used
- 30 Jun 1997
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
P129 HFC was last recorded at 187,364 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 1,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 185,911 miles · 31 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,453 miles
- Average per year
- 6,107 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 187,364 miles
- 2025 – 185,911 miles
- 2024 – 185,567 miles
- 2021 – 183,654 miles
- 2020 – 181,622 miles
- 2018 – 176,037 miles
- 2017 – 175,456 miles
- 2016 – 170,017 miles
- 2015 – 163,805 miles
- 2014 – 154,455 miles
- 2013 – 147,846 miles
- 2012 – 139,264 miles
- 2011 – 131,711 miles
- 2010 – 124,718 miles
- 2009 – 112,317 miles
- 2008 – 90,724 miles
- 2007 – 74,585 miles
- 2006 – 63,525 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass187,364 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))
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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind bumper.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on subframe.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
23 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass187,364 miles (+1,453)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 187,364 miles
- Test number
- 597296935625
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass185,911 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 185,911 miles
- Test number
- 238008345085
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on subframe. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail185,910 miles (+343)13 major1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,910 miles
- Test number
- 876978841309
- MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush on subframe. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel well near strut. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill. wheel well. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill. Wheel well. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on subframe. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind bumper. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass185,567 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 185,567 miles
- Test number
- 602141576738
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail185,567 miles (+1,913)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,567 miles
- Test number
- 604183254654
- DangerousOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass183,654 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 183,654 miles
- Test number
- 457553885374
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail183,654 miles (+2,032)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,654 miles
- Test number
- 846548892558
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass181,622 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 181,622 miles
- Test number
- 735161951523
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail181,622 miles (+5,585)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,622 miles
- Test number
- 553179154000
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Pass176,037 miles (+581)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 176,037 miles
- Test number
- 684788472349
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
Pass175,456 miles (+5,439)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 175,456 miles
- Test number
- 863945747274
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Pass170,017 miles (+6,212)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 170,017 miles
- Test number
- 180374610640
- AdvisorySpeedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)
Pass163,805 miles (+9,350)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 163,805 miles
- Test number
- 690950045545
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
Pass154,455 miles (+6,609)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 154,455 miles
- Test number
- 756238054262
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNearside front tyre damaged on outter edge
- NoteNearside rear tyre tread out of shape
Pass147,846 miles (+8,582)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 147,846 miles
- Test number
- 819781483285
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorated
- NoteNearside rear tyre tread slight out of shape
Pass139,264 miles (+7,553)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 139,264 miles
- Test number
- 669921722365
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteVan tested under wet conditions
Pass131,711 miles (+6,993)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 131,711 miles
- Test number
- 209458301336
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass124,718 miles (+14)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 124,718 miles
- Test number
- 684336730347
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Fail124,704 miles (+12,387)5 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,704 miles
- Test number
- 503173230332
- FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteRear pads seem low
Pass112,317 miles (+21,593)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 112,317 miles
- Test number
- 262740039359
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass90,724 miles (+16,139)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2009
- Odometer
- 90,724 miles
- Test number
- 531769698011
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteFront number plate cracked
- NoteNearside door mirror secured with tape
Pass74,585 miles (+11,060)
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2008
- Odometer
- 74,585 miles
- Test number
- 673923627126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,525 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 63,525 miles
- Test number
- 433663306178
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about P129 HFC
- Does P129 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P129 HFC is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on P129 HFC?
- The MOT on P129 HFC is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has P129 HFC done?
- P129 HFC was recorded at 187,364 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 6,107 miles a year.
- Has P129 HFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P129 HFC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on P129 HFC 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 P129 HFC find?
- P129 HFC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 1 more.
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