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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

V8 BTXMOT history

V8 BTX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

V8 BTX silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,587 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 BTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 BTX was last recorded at 126,587 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 6,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,413 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,174 miles
Average per year
6,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,587 miles
  • 2024 – 120,413 miles
  • 2023 – 108,413 miles
  • 2022 – 103,530 miles
  • 2021 – 99,795 miles
  • 2020 – 93,594 miles
  • 2019 – 88,054 miles
  • 2018 – 82,564 miles
  • 2017 – 75,235 miles
  • 2016 – 68,187 miles
  • 2015 – 59,722 miles
  • 2014 – 53,368 miles
  • 2013 – 46,100 miles
  • 2012 – 39,919 miles
  • 2011 – 31,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,587 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Spare tyre defective

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    218104877910
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low

  2. Fail126,586 miles (+6,173)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,586 miles
    Test number
    457324566318
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low

  3. Pass120,413 miles (+12,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,413 miles
    Test number
    948179291462
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    965975441275
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts noisy
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust boxes corroded

  5. Fail108,413 miles (+4,883)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    918276422526
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts noisy
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust boxes corroded

  6. Pass103,530 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,530 miles
    Test number
    165428199931
    • DangerousSpare tyre defective

  7. Fail103,530 miles (+3,735)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,530 miles
    Test number
    172779835443
    • DangerousSpare tyre defective
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,795 miles
    Test number
    936558689403
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail99,794 miles (+6,200)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,794 miles
    Test number
    225517617611
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass93,594 miles (+5,540)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,594 miles
    Test number
    589264935089
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass88,054 miles (+5,490)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,054 miles
    Test number
    238807264428
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer casings corroded

  12. Pass82,564 miles (+7,329)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,564 miles
    Test number
    873447781128
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass75,235 miles (+7,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    75,235 miles
    Test number
    478086496468
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass68,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,187 miles
    Test number
    211310772765
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail68,187 miles (+8,465)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,187 miles
    Test number
    554720358023
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass59,722 miles (+6,354)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    825271605259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,368 miles (+7,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    698088484131
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass46,100 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    629315363147
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePAS noisy
    • NotePAS oil low
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  19. Fail46,100 miles (+6,181)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    206935863499
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePAS noisy
    • NotePAS oil low
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  20. Pass39,919 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    615565482170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCreaking noise from front suspension when turning
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on outside edge 215/65/16c

  21. Fail39,919 miles (+8,506)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    615685382192
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCreaking noise from front suspension when turning
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on outside edge 215/65/16c

  22. Pass31,413 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,413 miles
    Test number
    216354571110
    • NoteN/s front wiper blade deteriorating
    • NoteUnable to fully check underside due to plastic covers fitted

Questions about V8 BTX

Does V8 BTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 BTX is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V8 BTX?
The MOT on V8 BTX is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 BTX done?
V8 BTX was recorded at 126,587 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 6,590 miles a year.
Has V8 BTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 BTX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 BTX 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 V8 BTX find?
V8 BTX passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; exhaust corroded; rear tyres wearing low.

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