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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

R13 HKEMOT history

R13 HKE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 246,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

R13 HKE blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
246,421 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R13 HKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R13 HKE was last recorded at 246,421 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,368 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
10,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,421 miles
  • 2025 – 243,603 miles
  • 2024 – 242,000 miles
  • 2023 – 240,582 miles
  • 2021 – 240,483 miles
  • 2020 – 230,748 miles
  • 2019 – 207,946 miles
  • 2018 – 193,210 miles
  • 2017 – 183,198 miles
  • 2016 – 167,508 miles
  • 2015 – 151,996 miles
  • 2014 – 137,768 miles
  • 2013 – 122,207 miles
  • 2012 – 108,520 miles
  • 2010 – 88,774 miles
  • 2009 – 69,070 miles
  • 2008 – 52,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weep of grease at small end of CV boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed No rubber on hose at strut support area (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box has corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive At front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and cracking in outer wall (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive At drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm. slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Both exhaust boxes have corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Brake hose at strut area.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil at drive shaft to gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier And battery under drivers seat

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,421 miles (+53)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    246,421 miles
    Test number
    487321886654
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weep of grease at small end of CV boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed No rubber on hose at strut support area (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box has corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive At front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and cracking in outer wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive At drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm. slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail246,368 miles (+2,765)1 dangerous5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,368 miles
    Test number
    531476557836
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Some slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weep of grease at small end of CV boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed No rubber on hose at strut support area (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box has corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive At front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and cracking in outer wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive At drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm. slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth some 3mm at inner tread and slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass243,603 miles (+9)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    243,603 miles
    Test number
    691295624086
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Brake hose at strut area. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil at drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail243,594 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,594 miles
    Test number
    765900963375
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure Seat frame bolts and floor slider frame bolt (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Brake hose at strut area. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil at drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass242,000 miles (+20)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    242,000 miles
    Test number
    115349092990
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier And battery under drivers seat (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis to radial arms (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail241,980 miles (+1,398)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,980 miles
    Test number
    937822252613
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier And battery under drivers seat (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft to gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses from chassis to radial arms (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass240,582 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    240,582 miles
    Test number
    438544613435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass240,483 miles (+9,735)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    240,483 miles
    Test number
    408954400068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass230,748 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    230,748 miles
    Test number
    104183572227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail230,748 miles (+22,802)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,748 miles
    Test number
    933922576976
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass207,946 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    207,946 miles
    Test number
    909901279428
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail207,938 miles (+14,728)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,938 miles
    Test number
    587051471925
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass193,210 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    193,210 miles
    Test number
    207468348563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail193,206 miles (+10,008)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,206 miles
    Test number
    794100514045
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass183,198 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    183,198 miles
    Test number
    399449845294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail183,187 miles (+15,679)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,187 miles
    Test number
    542508518523
    • FailureLower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass167,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    167,508 miles
    Test number
    805220119389
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryInsufficient emissions to obtain print out.0.04

  18. Fail167,508 miles (+15,512)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,508 miles
    Test number
    172274079168
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryInsufficient emissions to obtain print out.0.04

  19. Pass151,996 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    151,996 miles
    Test number
    948476595115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail151,976 miles (+14,208)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,976 miles
    Test number
    438374295162
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise: brake pad warning lamp illuminated

  21. Pass137,768 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    137,768 miles
    Test number
    106344184102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail137,759 miles (+15,552)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,759 miles
    Test number
    318743984133
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvise: rear silencer outer skin corroded

  23. Pass122,207 miles (+13,687)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    122,207 miles
    Test number
    418560783134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass108,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    108,520 miles
    Test number
    209018172415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail108,520 miles (+19,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,520 miles
    Test number
    877188572124
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass88,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    88,774 miles
    Test number
    114391550388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail88,757 miles (+19,687)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    241751350383
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass69,070 miles (+16,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,070 miles
    Test number
    570421259229
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass52,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,573 miles
    Test number
    522873618242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R13 HKE

Does R13 HKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R13 HKE is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R13 HKE?
The MOT on R13 HKE is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R13 HKE done?
R13 HKE was recorded at 246,421 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 10,833 miles a year.
Has R13 HKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R13 HKE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R13 HKE 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 R13 HKE find?
R13 HKE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weep of grease at small end of cv boot; offside front brake hose slightly chafed no rubber on hose at strut support area; centre exhaust box has corrosion, and 7 more.

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