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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

V12 VKGMOT history

V12 VKG is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 211,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

V12 VKG green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
211,824 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 VKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 VKG was last recorded at 211,824 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 6,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,415 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,409 miles
Average per year
9,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,824 miles
  • 2024 – 205,415 miles
  • 2023 – 202,901 miles
  • 2022 – 195,101 miles
  • 2021 – 189,538 miles
  • 2020 – 186,261 miles
  • 2018 – 181,153 miles
  • 2017 – 173,113 miles
  • 2016 – 172,384 miles
  • 2015 – 159,625 miles
  • 2014 – 145,735 miles
  • 2013 – 126,084 miles
  • 2012 – 105,351 miles
  • 2011 – 89,058 miles
  • 2010 – 74,677 miles
  • 2009 – 61,753 miles
  • 2008 – 45,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,824 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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 Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front of centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    211,824 miles
    Test number
    800654079742
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  2. Fail211,824 miles (+6,409)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,824 miles
    Test number
    902870179142
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  3. Pass205,415 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    205,415 miles
    Test number
    704083447632
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  4. Fail205,412 miles (+2,511)10 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,412 miles
    Test number
    369848486925
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  5. Pass202,901 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    202,901 miles
    Test number
    231301986511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass195,101 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    195,101 miles
    Test number
    988222209282
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all
  7. Fail195,098 miles (+5,560)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,098 miles
    Test number
    235522970601
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil level too high. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged rusty + fraying. (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all
  8. Pass189,538 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    189,538 miles
    Test number
    756191491940
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front of centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail189,521 miles (+3,260)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,521 miles
    Test number
    257576875059
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front of centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass186,261 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    186,261 miles
    Test number
    515266123548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail186,260 miles (+5,107)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,260 miles
    Test number
    409886469251
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass181,153 miles (+8,016)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    181,153 miles
    Test number
    791210757261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass173,137 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    173,137 miles
    Test number
    379254618522
    • AdvisoryFront Inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryRear seats have been removed
    • AdvisoryWheels and tyres protruding
  14. Fail173,113 miles (+729)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,113 miles
    Test number
    388591288417
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryRear seats have been removed
    • AdvisoryWheels and tyres protruding
  15. Pass172,384 miles (+12,759)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    172,384 miles
    Test number
    638341322996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass159,625 miles (+13,890)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    159,625 miles
    Test number
    447499565106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,735 miles (+19,651)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    145,735 miles
    Test number
    279601964170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass126,084 miles (+20,733)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,084 miles
    Test number
    597444443187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,351 miles (+103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,351 miles
    Test number
    249684042481
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NotePad warning light on
  20. Fail105,248 miles (+16,190)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,248 miles
    Test number
    278632742177
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NotePad warning light on
  21. Pass89,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,058 miles
    Test number
    177033871102
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Fail89,058 miles (+14,381)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,058 miles
    Test number
    336312271176
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Pass74,677 miles (+12,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    74,677 miles
    Test number
    163635460149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  24. Pass61,753 miles (+15,951)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,753 miles
    Test number
    222068369158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,802 miles
    Test number
    844409568152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,802 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,802 miles
    Test number
    114508068155
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V12 VKG

Does V12 VKG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 VKG is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V12 VKG?
The MOT on V12 VKG is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 VKG done?
V12 VKG was recorded at 211,824 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 9,496 miles a year.
Has V12 VKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 VKG has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V12 VKG 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 V12 VKG find?
V12 VKG passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: central brake pedal wearing smooth.

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