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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

V56 FDSMOT history

V56 FDS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

V56 FDS white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
96,100 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 FDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 FDS was last recorded at 96,100 miles on 13 May 2026, 2,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,848 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,252 miles
Average per year
2,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,100 miles
  • 2025 – 93,848 miles
  • 2024 – 91,296 miles
  • 2023 – 89,022 miles
  • 2022 – 87,499 miles
  • 2021 – 84,594 miles
  • 2020 – 83,134 miles
  • 2019 – 78,703 miles
  • 2018 – 74,788 miles
  • 2017 – 69,885 miles
  • 2016 – 64,975 miles
  • 2015 – 63,472 miles
  • 2014 – 61,235 miles
  • 2013 – 61,150 miles
  • 2012 – 60,851 miles
  • 2011 – 59,325 miles
  • 2010 – 57,744 miles
  • 2009 – 52,564 miles
  • 2008 – 44,058 miles
  • 2007 – 43,181 miles
  • 2006 – 41,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,100 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes covered in waxoyl
  • AdvisoryO/S centre inner sill corroded

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,100 miles (+2,252)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,100 miles
    Test number
    380346250777
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes covered in waxoyl
    • AdvisoryO/S centre inner sill corroded

  2. Pass93,848 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,848 miles
    Test number
    989528060337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,296 miles (+2,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,296 miles
    Test number
    693293751759
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,022 miles (+1,523)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,022 miles
    Test number
    507817485847
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) and offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass87,499 miles (+2,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,499 miles
    Test number
    384826746053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass84,594 miles (+1,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    490256506160
    • 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))

  7. Pass83,134 miles (+4,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    83,134 miles
    Test number
    930414587560
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass78,703 miles (+3,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,703 miles
    Test number
    138418881820
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass74,788 miles (+4,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    74,788 miles
    Test number
    654743112205
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass69,885 miles (+4,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,885 miles
    Test number
    749754367862
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs poor

  11. Pass64,975 miles (+1,503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,975 miles
    Test number
    234907727634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides on brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre outer sidewall small cut

  12. Pass63,472 miles (+2,237)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,472 miles
    Test number
    675882035172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres perished

  13. Fail61,235 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,235 miles
    Test number
    309433134165
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  14. Pass61,235 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,235 miles
    Test number
    955473334177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,150 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,150 miles
    Test number
    818666143212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,851 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,851 miles
    Test number
    466761622482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,829 miles (+1,504)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,829 miles
    Test number
    237638712304
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass59,325 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,325 miles
    Test number
    616444011384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,744 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    803783810376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,564 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,564 miles
    Test number
    160393439222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,403 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,403 miles
    Test number
    211351929003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,058 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    262492728169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,181 miles (+2,062)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    100866657140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,119 miles
    Test number
    694554566174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,119 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,119 miles
    Test number
    914143166155
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about V56 FDS

Does V56 FDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 FDS is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V56 FDS?
The MOT on V56 FDS is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 FDS done?
V56 FDS was recorded at 96,100 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 2,760 miles a year.
Has V56 FDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 FDS has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2014.
Has the mileage on V56 FDS 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 V56 FDS find?
V56 FDS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; all rear brake pipes covered in waxoyl; o/s centre inner sill corroded.

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