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Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T506 XCDMOT history

T506 XCD is a blue diesel Volkswagen first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 242,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
242,537 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T506 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T506 XCD was last recorded at 242,537 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,515 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
6,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,537 miles
  • 2025 – 239,872 miles
  • 2024 – 239,290 miles
  • 2023 – 237,478 miles
  • 2022 – 234,999 miles
  • 2021 – 232,154 miles
  • 2019 – 231,244 miles
  • 2018 – 229,063 miles
  • 2017 – 224,138 miles
  • 2016 – 218,583 miles
  • 2015 – 211,984 miles
  • 2014 – 206,160 miles
  • 2012 – 198,235 miles
  • 2011 – 185,784 miles
  • 2010 – 175,027 miles
  • 2009 – 163,096 miles
  • 2008 – 150,861 miles
  • 2007 – 146,113 miles
  • 2006 – 118,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,537 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension modifiedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder body under sealedRecorded 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.

  • Suspension lowered but still functions

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • After market exhaust fitted

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,537 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    242,537 miles
    Test number
    966443896825
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension modified
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  2. Fail242,515 miles (+2,643)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,515 miles
    Test number
    284141642219
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension modified
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  3. Pass239,872 miles (+582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    239,872 miles
    Test number
    584134822755
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass239,290 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    239,290 miles
    Test number
    581341859082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass237,478 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    237,478 miles
    Test number
    575641898920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass234,999 miles (+2,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    234,999 miles
    Test number
    917654224662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded

  7. Pass232,154 miles (+910)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    232,154 miles
    Test number
    329877023605
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWelding under sealed

  8. Pass231,244 miles (+2,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    231,244 miles
    Test number
    368464518926
    • AdvisoryAfter market exhaust fitted
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered but still functions

  9. Pass229,063 miles (+4,925)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    229,063 miles
    Test number
    554143609661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres diffrent but same on axles
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered but still functions

  10. Pass224,138 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    224,138 miles
    Test number
    499791823372
    • DangerousAfter market exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered but still functions

  11. Fail224,138 miles (+5,555)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,138 miles
    Test number
    649514365265
    • DangerousAfter market exhaust fitted
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered but still functions

  12. Pass218,583 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    218,583 miles
    Test number
    887895259243
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail218,559 miles (+6,575)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,559 miles
    Test number
    810893763724
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass211,984 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    211,984 miles
    Test number
    738004825007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail206,160 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,160 miles
    Test number
    389829124057
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • NoteHand brake cables rusty

  16. Pass206,160 miles (+7,925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    206,160 miles
    Test number
    545749224048
    • NoteHand brake cables rusty

  17. Pass198,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    198,235 miles
    Test number
    439531952166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail198,235 miles (+12,451)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,235 miles
    Test number
    956850352171
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass185,784 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    185,784 miles
    Test number
    768135021139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail185,783 miles (+10,756)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,783 miles
    Test number
    255544321142
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass175,027 miles (+11,931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    175,027 miles
    Test number
    701166510193
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass163,096 miles (+12,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    163,096 miles
    Test number
    911423919177
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass150,861 miles (+4,748)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    150,861 miles
    Test number
    402101608118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass146,113 miles (+27,722)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    146,113 miles
    Test number
    612183117189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass118,391 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    118,391 miles
    Test number
    482606796088
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about T506 XCD

Does T506 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T506 XCD is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T506 XCD?
The MOT on T506 XCD 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 T506 XCD done?
T506 XCD was recorded at 242,537 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 6,110 miles a year.
Has T506 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T506 XCD has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T506 XCD 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 T506 XCD find?
T506 XCD passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge; rear road wheel slightly distorted both, and 2 more.

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