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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

TOW 772MOT history

TOW 772 is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 168,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,171 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TOW 772
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TOW 772 was last recorded at 168,171 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,513 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
658 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,171 miles
  • 2025 – 167,513 miles
  • 2024 – 164,673 miles
  • 2023 – 160,636 miles
  • 2022 – 157,837 miles
  • 2021 – 153,397 miles
  • 2020 – 147,822 miles
  • 2019 – 144,644 miles
  • 2018 – 140,271 miles
  • 2017 – 132,721 miles
  • 2016 – 126,476 miles
  • 2015 – 117,720 miles
  • 2014 – 108,776 miles
  • 2013 – 100,951 miles
  • 2012 – 90,628 miles
  • 2011 – 83,589 miles
  • 2010 – 75,312 miles
  • 2009 – 62,782 miles
  • 2008 – 48,741 miles
  • 2007 – 38,122 miles
  • 2006 – 25,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,171 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,171 miles (+658)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,171 miles
    Test number
    388756578632
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass167,513 miles (+2,840)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,513 miles
    Test number
    990991305519
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass164,673 miles (+4,037)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    164,673 miles
    Test number
    753104456302
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass160,636 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    160,636 miles
    Test number
    727796669816
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail160,627 miles (+2,790)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,627 miles
    Test number
    165114023735
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass157,837 miles (+4,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    157,837 miles
    Test number
    153443747628
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass153,397 miles (+5,575)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    153,397 miles
    Test number
    187761624015
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass147,822 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,822 miles
    Test number
    742637496996
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail147,756 miles (+3,112)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,756 miles
    Test number
    307240541763
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass144,644 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    144,644 miles
    Test number
    433759656767
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail144,644 miles (+4,373)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,644 miles
    Test number
    859823746815
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass140,271 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    140,271 miles
    Test number
    444781440387
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail140,267 miles (+7,546)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,267 miles
    Test number
    120168290658
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass132,721 miles (+6,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,721 miles
    Test number
    612361082227
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing on side walls
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe showing light corrosion

  15. Pass126,476 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    126,476 miles
    Test number
    391310813711
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail126,467 miles (+8,747)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,467 miles
    Test number
    266893070203
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass117,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    117,720 miles
    Test number
    971942750864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail117,720 miles (+8,944)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,720 miles
    Test number
    905249545122
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass108,776 miles (+7,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,776 miles
    Test number
    966873734290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass100,951 miles (+10,323)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    558532053277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,628 miles (+7,039)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,628 miles
    Test number
    738495152291
    • NoteExhaust blowing slightly

  22. Pass83,589 miles (+8,277)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,589 miles
    Test number
    309389341286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,312 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,312 miles
    Test number
    330551050242
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass75,312 miles (+12,530)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,312 miles
    Test number
    493141350240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,782 miles (+14,041)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,782 miles
    Test number
    374107149451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,741 miles (+10,619)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    802392658281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,122 miles (+12,177)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,122 miles
    Test number
    391632747288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,945 miles
    Test number
    571408946253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail25,945 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,945 miles
    Test number
    324457746202
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about TOW 772

What vehicle is registration TOW 772 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TOW 772 on a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Sept 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TOW 772 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TOW 772 is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on TOW 772?
The MOT on TOW 772 is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TOW 772 done?
TOW 772 was recorded at 168,171 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has TOW 772 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TOW 772 has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on TOW 772 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 TOW 772 find?
TOW 772 passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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