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Volkswagen Transporter

Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V42 EVOMOT history

V42 EVO is a cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 84,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

V42 EVO cream Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,048 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 EVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 EVO was last recorded at 84,048 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,162 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,886 miles
Average per year
2,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,048 miles
  • 2025 – 82,162 miles
  • 2024 – 80,479 miles
  • 2023 – 78,907 miles
  • 2022 – 77,671 miles
  • 2021 – 76,289 miles
  • 2020 – 75,152 miles
  • 2019 – 73,666 miles
  • 2018 – 71,694 miles
  • 2017 – 69,980 miles
  • 2016 – 68,492 miles
  • 2015 – 65,876 miles
  • 2014 – 62,666 miles
  • 2013 – 60,258 miles
  • 2012 – 57,566 miles
  • 2011 – 54,204 miles
  • 2010 – 51,242 miles
  • 2009 – 46,411 miles
  • 2008 – 41,730 miles
  • 2007 – 35,902 miles
  • 2006 – 31,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,048 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered with grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle heavily undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,048 miles (+1,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,048 miles
    Test number
    728040355356
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass82,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    727568465859
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail82,162 miles (+1,683)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    315692274362
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,479 miles (+1,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    120817602133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,907 miles (+1,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,907 miles
    Test number
    958080717414
    • AdvisoryAll under body under sealed

  6. Pass77,671 miles (+39)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,671 miles
    Test number
    500914674682
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  7. Fail77,632 miles (+1,343)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,632 miles
    Test number
    787767439237
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  8. Pass76,289 miles (+1,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,289 miles
    Test number
    558608024918
    • AdvisoryUnderbody waxed

  9. Pass75,152 miles (+1,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,152 miles
    Test number
    860933637409
    • AdvisoryBody undersealed

  10. Pass73,666 miles (+1,972)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    849907067857
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass71,694 miles (+1,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,694 miles
    Test number
    809804046764
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  12. Pass69,980 miles (+1,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,980 miles
    Test number
    215297616733
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass68,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    314231039347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,492 miles (+2,616)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    579741074938
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass65,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,876 miles
    Test number
    142353749208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc pad sensor wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight/indicator chip guard slightly damaged/defused

  16. Fail65,876 miles (+3,210)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,876 miles
    Test number
    702184199252
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc pad sensor wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight/indicator chip guard slightly damaged/defused

  17. Pass62,666 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,666 miles
    Test number
    675018264238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,258 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,258 miles
    Test number
    329146753273
    • NoteSlight play in offside rack end

  19. Fail60,258 miles (+2,692)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,258 miles
    Test number
    947166453274
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in offside rack end

  20. Pass57,566 miles (+3,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,566 miles
    Test number
    458593862222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass54,204 miles (+2,962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,204 miles
    Test number
    129733161229
    • NoteSlight play @ steering wheel

  22. Pass51,242 miles (+4,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    274535960203
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass46,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,411 miles
    Test number
    802020259206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,411 miles (+4,681)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,411 miles
    Test number
    942440659278
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass41,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,730 miles
    Test number
    743636168253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,729 miles (+5,827)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,729 miles
    Test number
    614196668230
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  27. Pass35,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,902 miles
    Test number
    451654257221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail35,902 miles (+4,282)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,902 miles
    Test number
    753834957276
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  29. Pass31,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,620 miles
    Test number
    420066566269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 EVO

Does V42 EVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 EVO is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 EVO?
The MOT on V42 EVO is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 EVO done?
V42 EVO was recorded at 84,048 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 2,622 miles a year.
Has V42 EVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 EVO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V42 EVO 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 V42 EVO find?
V42 EVO passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users.

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