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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

V2 DCMMOT history

V2 DCM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 160,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

V2 DCM white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2025
Mileage
160,276 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 DCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V2 DCM was last recorded at 160,276 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 3,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,962 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,314 miles
Average per year
7,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,276 miles
  • 2024 – 156,962 miles
  • 2023 – 153,680 miles
  • 2022 – 152,568 miles
  • 2018 – 149,570 miles
  • 2017 – 145,351 miles
  • 2016 – 132,279 miles
  • 2015 – 120,531 miles
  • 2014 – 108,263 miles
  • 2013 – 98,166 miles
  • 2012 – 90,790 miles
  • 2011 – 73,080 miles
  • 2010 – 60,001 miles
  • 2008 – 34,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,276 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of lifting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment level has excessive travel, doesn't pull up correctly and light does not remain off when lever is down (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,276 miles (+3,314)1 dangerous7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,276 miles
    Test number
    497521398415
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of lifting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment level has excessive travel, doesn't pull up correctly and light does not remain off when lever is down (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass156,962 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    156,962 miles
    Test number
    646805120011
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail156,962 miles (+3,282)3 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,962 miles
    Test number
    924951215707
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousBattery light on. alternator likely not working
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but brake pads are good
    • AdvisoryCoolant light on

  4. Pass153,680 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    153,680 miles
    Test number
    451428876621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,334 miles (+766)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,334 miles
    Test number
    933844014862
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing seat belt missing. vehicle only tested as two seats in the front. (middle and drivers seat)

  6. Pass152,568 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,568 miles
    Test number
    842722232640
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail152,568 miles (+2,998)5 dangerous15 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,568 miles
    Test number
    273119245439
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt missing buckle (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen

  8. Pass149,570 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    149,570 miles
    Test number
    763296658475
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail149,570 miles (+4,219)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,570 miles
    Test number
    304149590193
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass145,351 miles (+13,072)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,351 miles
    Test number
    355015148783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,279 miles (+11,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,279 miles
    Test number
    904332167788
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass120,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,531 miles
    Test number
    926575985008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail120,531 miles (+12,268)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,531 miles
    Test number
    116514985026
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass108,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,263 miles
    Test number
    927524864083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,263 miles (+10,097)2 dangerous9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,263 miles
    Test number
    719979454056
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteTubo pipe insecure

  16. Pass98,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,166 miles
    Test number
    786548653088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  17. Fail98,166 miles (+7,376)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,166 miles
    Test number
    517727353006
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  18. Pass90,790 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    556630642016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail90,764 miles (+17,684)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,764 miles
    Test number
    819858132034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass73,080 miles (+13,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,080 miles
    Test number
    128952931499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass60,001 miles (+25,288)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,001 miles
    Test number
    852681220000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,713 miles
    Test number
    674012448327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail34,713 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,713 miles
    Test number
    734012148318
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V2 DCM

Does V2 DCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V2 DCM expired on 3 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V2 DCM?
The MOT on V2 DCM expired on 3 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V2 DCM done?
V2 DCM was recorded at 160,276 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 7,677 miles a year.
Has V2 DCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 DCM has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V2 DCM 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 V2 DCM find?
V2 DCM failed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 10 more.

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