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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P263 HTWMOT history

P263 HTW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 221,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

P263 HTW 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 Oct 2027
Mileage
221,077 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P263 HTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
28 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P263 HTW was last recorded at 221,077 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,070 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,077 miles
  • 2025 – 210,488 miles
  • 2024 – 204,533 miles
  • 2023 – 198,066 miles
  • 2022 – 192,739 miles
  • 2021 – 186,882 miles
  • 2020 – 180,723 miles
  • 2019 – 175,732 miles
  • 2018 – 171,442 miles
  • 2017 – 170,572 miles
  • 2016 – 168,805 miles
  • 2015 – 165,047 miles
  • 2013 – 163,891 miles
  • 2012 – 160,028 miles
  • 2011 – 146,369 miles
  • 2010 – 140,430 miles
  • 2009 – 130,327 miles
  • 2007 – 126,560 miles
  • 2006 – 112,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,077 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer skin coming away (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,077 miles (+7)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    221,077 miles
    Test number
    511941686124
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer skin coming away (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail221,070 miles (+10,582)1 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,070 miles
    Test number
    713654640994
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable outer skin coming away (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass210,488 miles (+7)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    210,488 miles
    Test number
    562677825019
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail210,481 miles (+5,948)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,481 miles
    Test number
    434270155340
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass204,533 miles (+6,467)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    204,533 miles
    Test number
    588668636873
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass198,066 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    198,066 miles
    Test number
    924378106084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension lower arm ball joint dust cover splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack inner seal leaking through gator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Indicator obscured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension lower arm ball joint dust cover starting to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail198,044 miles (+5,305)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,044 miles
    Test number
    451562616101
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Under side loading door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Indicator obscured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass192,739 miles (+5,857)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    192,739 miles
    Test number
    682828208499
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight oil leak (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wiper judder (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass186,882 miles (+6,159)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    186,882 miles
    Test number
    773789758933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D- bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D- bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass180,723 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,723 miles
    Test number
    748623264987
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail180,723 miles (+4,991)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,723 miles
    Test number
    431548772876
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass175,732 miles (+4,290)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    175,732 miles
    Test number
    491937851506
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass171,442 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    171,442 miles
    Test number
    452882716588
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  14. Fail171,442 miles (+870)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,442 miles
    Test number
    558750401526
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  15. Pass170,572 miles (+1,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    170,572 miles
    Test number
    565982788471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass168,805 miles (+3,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,805 miles
    Test number
    611428390482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass165,047 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    165,047 miles
    Test number
    465385873720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteIndex plates

  18. Fail165,042 miles (+1,151)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,042 miles
    Test number
    477197245231
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteIndex plates

  19. Pass163,891 miles (+3,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    163,891 miles
    Test number
    515617123263
    • NoteFront index plate.

  20. Pass160,028 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    160,028 miles
    Test number
    616196862272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail160,025 miles (+13,656)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,025 miles
    Test number
    658594362264
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass146,369 miles (+5,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    146,369 miles
    Test number
    315316921180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass140,430 miles (+10,103)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    140,430 miles
    Test number
    890557120139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass130,327 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    130,327 miles
    Test number
    154927919010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass126,560 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    126,560 miles
    Test number
    491939537338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail126,559 miles (+14,537)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,559 miles
    Test number
    643525237320
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass112,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    112,022 miles
    Test number
    503633436380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P263 HTW

Does P263 HTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P263 HTW is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on P263 HTW?
The MOT on P263 HTW is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P263 HTW done?
P263 HTW was recorded at 221,077 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 5,493 miles a year.
Has P263 HTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P263 HTW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on P263 HTW 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 P263 HTW find?
P263 HTW passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 5 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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