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Volkswagen Transporter

Red and Cream · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P642 KJBMOT history

P642 KJB is a red and cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Jul 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

P642 KJB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,568 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P642 KJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red and Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 Jul 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P642 KJB was last recorded at 109,568 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,568 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,568 miles
  • 2025 – 103,346 miles
  • 2024 – 97,231 miles
  • 2023 – 90,225 miles
  • 2022 – 82,438 miles
  • 2021 – 73,544 miles
  • 2020 – 66,882 miles
  • 2019 – 63,625 miles
  • 2018 – 60,626 miles
  • 2017 – 58,933 miles
  • 2016 – 54,793 miles
  • 2015 – 51,315 miles
  • 2014 – 48,249 miles
  • 2013 – 45,421 miles
  • 2012 – 42,869 miles
  • 2011 – 40,232 miles
  • 2010 – 38,020 miles
  • 2009 – 35,693 miles
  • 2008 – 33,572 miles
  • 2007 – 31,354 miles
  • 2006 – 29,069 miles
  • 2005 – 26,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,568 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip damage (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/ inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,568 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,568 miles
    Test number
    651855676421
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip damage (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/ inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail109,568 miles (+6,222)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,568 miles
    Test number
    461315528148
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip damage (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/ inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass103,346 miles (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    103,346 miles
    Test number
    957407522641
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,330 miles (+6,099)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,330 miles
    Test number
    244922909612
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,231 miles (+7,006)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    810526365538
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside & Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass90,225 miles (+7,787)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,225 miles
    Test number
    885261244206
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on outer edge 215/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,438 miles (+8,894)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,438 miles
    Test number
    178938501006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,544 miles (+6,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,544 miles
    Test number
    584424045235
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass66,882 miles (+3,257)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    498433911114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,625 miles (+2,999)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    473611812799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,626 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,626 miles
    Test number
    588504810083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,933 miles (+4,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,933 miles
    Test number
    488502104701
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly pitted

  13. Pass54,793 miles (+3,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,793 miles
    Test number
    965707874599
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass51,315 miles (+3,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,315 miles
    Test number
    386740315153
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass48,249 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,249 miles
    Test number
    125672324185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,421 miles (+2,552)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    147233413116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteALL FOUR TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED

  17. Pass42,869 miles (+2,637)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,869 miles
    Test number
    207590632158
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  18. Pass40,232 miles (+2,212)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,232 miles
    Test number
    467519651134
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking!

  19. Pass38,020 miles (+2,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,020 miles
    Test number
    304178060119
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass35,693 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,693 miles
    Test number
    264551469468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,572 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,572 miles
    Test number
    904207378163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,354 miles (+2,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,354 miles
    Test number
    414466067183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass29,069 miles (+2,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,069 miles
    Test number
    114837566144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass26,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    26,646 miles
    Test number
    882158775162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P642 KJB

Does P642 KJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P642 KJB is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P642 KJB?
The MOT on P642 KJB is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P642 KJB done?
P642 KJB was recorded at 109,568 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,926 miles a year.
Has P642 KJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P642 KJB has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on P642 KJB 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 P642 KJB find?
P642 KJB passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip damage; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/ inner sill corroded, and 1 more.

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