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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P751 VFGMOT history

P751 VFG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 342,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

P751 VFG blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2025
Mileage
342,776 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P751 VFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
3 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P751 VFG was last recorded at 342,776 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 14,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2008: 178,448 miles, lower than 178,485 miles on 21 Jun 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
327,906 miles · 8 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
14,870 miles
Average per year
9,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 342,776 miles
  • 2023 – 327,906 miles
  • 2022 – 312,960 miles
  • 2021 – 295,762 miles
  • 2020 – 285,108 miles
  • 2019 – 273,601 miles
  • 2018 – 265,194 miles
  • 2017 – 258,568 miles
  • 2016 – 253,605 miles
  • 2015 – 245,537 miles
  • 2014 – 233,376 miles
  • 2013 – 222,382 miles
  • 2011 – 205,381 miles
  • 2010 – 192,245 miles
  • 2009 – 182,383 miles
  • 2008 – 178,448 miles
  • 2007 – 169,329 miles
  • 2006 – 161,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass342,776 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox damp with oil
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded in places

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 Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake hoses cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front exhaust downpipe blowing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower ball joint boot split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass342,776 miles (+14,870)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    342,776 miles
    Test number
    342438100108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox damp with oil
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded in places
  2. Pass327,906 miles (+14,946)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    327,906 miles
    Test number
    591765883222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryGearbox damp
  3. Pass312,960 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    312,960 miles
    Test number
    749816070440
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering Pump Noisy
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  4. Fail312,959 miles (+17,197)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    312,959 miles
    Test number
    616647692997
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rack Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering Pump Noisy
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  5. Pass295,762 miles (+10,654)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    295,762 miles
    Test number
    472834691402
    • AdvisoryFront Lower suspension arm rear bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake hoses splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryDamp around injector leak off pipes
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
  6. Pass285,108 miles (+11,507)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    285,108 miles
    Test number
    364171851752
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle under carriage undersealed
  7. Pass273,601 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    273,601 miles
    Test number
    713470236227
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust downpipe blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNoise on clutch sporadically, goes when clutch pressed
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  8. Fail273,600 miles (+8,406)1 dangerous3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,600 miles
    Test number
    135458962148
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust downpipe blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNoise on clutch sporadically, goes when clutch pressed
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  9. Pass265,194 miles (+6,626)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    265,194 miles
    Test number
    296449907796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass258,568 miles (+4,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    258,568 miles
    Test number
    168961083103
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to nearside rear hub (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking,nearside rear tyre on tread limit
  11. Pass253,605 miles (+8,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    253,605 miles
    Test number
    582361113668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear TYRE HAS CRACKS ON OUTER SIDEWALL
  12. Pass245,537 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    245,537 miles
    Test number
    597239665048
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSome slight damage to windscreen
  13. Fail245,535 miles (+12,159)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,535 miles
    Test number
    819539065075
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSome slight damage to windscreen
  14. Pass233,376 miles (+40)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    233,376 miles
    Test number
    169872574443
    • NoteCorrosion present by o/s door step
    • NoteExhaust manifold heat shield rattling
  15. Fail233,336 miles (+10,954)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,336 miles
    Test number
    156399264454
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion present by o/s door step
    • NoteExhaust manifold heat shield rattling
    • NoteO/s front tyre near minimum wear limits
    • NoteRear brake performance low suspect due to limiting valve linkage siezed
  16. Pass222,382 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    222,382 miles
    Test number
    967978723053
    • NoteCorrosion becoming present in non-prescribed areas
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTowbar electrics damaged+insecure
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail222,382 miles (+17,001)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,382 miles
    Test number
    867513423067
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion becoming present in non-prescribed areas
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTowbar electrics damaged+insecure
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass205,381 miles (+13,136)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    205,381 miles
    Test number
    115582971205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTow bar electrics insecure
  19. Pass192,245 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    192,245 miles
    Test number
    910737370294
    • NoteCorrosion to both step areas
    • NoteRear brake performance low
  20. Fail192,234 miles (+9,851)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,234 miles
    Test number
    242100270220
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCorrosion to both step areas
    • NoteRear brake performance low
  21. Pass182,383 miles (+3)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    182,383 miles
    Test number
    294540069287
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes deterioating
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S Rear service brake could be improved (Recomend brake inspection at some point)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs deterioating
    • NoteSome corrosion becoming present
    • NoteSome damage to windscreen
    • NoteSome slight damage to o/s front headlamp (Not affecting beam image)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  22. Fail182,380 miles (+3,932)5 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,380 miles
    Test number
    994469559215
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes deterioating
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S Rear service brake could be improved (Recomend brake inspection at some point)
    • NoteRear brake discs deterioating
    • NoteSome corrosion becoming present
    • NoteSome damage to windscreen
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  23. Pass178,448 miles (-37)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    178,448 miles
    Test number
    104694288149
    • NoteDamage in b zone of wind screen.
    • NoteO/s head lamp unit in poor condition but not affecting light output or beam image.
    • NoteRear service brake performance could be improved.
    • NoteReg plates deteriorating.
  24. Fail178,485 miles (+9,156)7 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,485 miles
    Test number
    513163678136
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteDamage in b zone of wind screen.
    • NoteO/s head lamp unit in poor condition but not affecting light output or beam image.
    • NoteRear service brake performance could be improved.
    • NoteReg plates deteriorating.
  25. Pass169,329 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    169,329 miles
    Test number
    690141107100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail169,299 miles (+7,505)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,299 miles
    Test number
    794302997071
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
  27. Pass161,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    161,794 miles
    Test number
    704750196065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail161,794 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,794 miles
    Test number
    142419786084
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about P751 VFG

Does P751 VFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P751 VFG expired on 24 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P751 VFG?
The MOT on P751 VFG expired on 24 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P751 VFG done?
P751 VFG was recorded at 342,776 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 9,841 miles a year.
Has P751 VFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P751 VFG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on P751 VFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P751 VFG find?
P751 VFG passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 9 more.

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