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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

X38 OVYMOT history

X38 OVY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

X38 OVY white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,885 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 OVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 OVY was last recorded at 72,885 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 10,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,189 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,696 miles
Average per year
2,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,885 miles
  • 2025 – 62,189 miles
  • 2024 – 49,692 miles
  • 2023 – 37,787 miles
  • 2022 – 33,789 miles
  • 2020 – 32,802 miles
  • 2019 – 32,481 miles
  • 2018 – 32,117 miles
  • 2017 – 31,691 miles
  • 2016 – 30,824 miles
  • 2015 – 30,404 miles
  • 2014 – 30,090 miles
  • 2013 – 29,829 miles
  • 2012 – 29,250 miles
  • 2011 – 28,334 miles
  • 2010 – 25,605 miles
  • 2009 – 25,117 miles
  • 2008 – 24,478 miles
  • 2007 – 23,087 miles
  • 2006 – 21,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,885 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))

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.

  • Both rear tyres getting old

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,885 miles (+10,696)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,885 miles
    Test number
    493874588055
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
  2. Pass62,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    659489800256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail62,188 miles (+12,496)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,188 miles
    Test number
    600751846733
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad worning lamp on
  4. Pass49,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    49,692 miles
    Test number
    495642975999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,692 miles (+11,905)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,692 miles
    Test number
    432095097656
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass37,787 miles (+366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    37,787 miles
    Test number
    913541688380
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting old
  7. Fail37,421 miles (+3,632)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,421 miles
    Test number
    440196200037
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough belt tension (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting old
    • AdvisoryScreen wash fluid low
  8. Pass33,789 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,789 miles
    Test number
    774456798959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,802 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    32,802 miles
    Test number
    516014546846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,481 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,481 miles
    Test number
    354042117665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,117 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    32,117 miles
    Test number
    261754401004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,691 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,691 miles
    Test number
    600884491093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,824 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,824 miles
    Test number
    923773089905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,404 miles
    Test number
    318997545182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,404 miles (+314)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,404 miles
    Test number
    825156245174
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • NoteFront valves perrished
    • NoteRear tyres perrished
  16. Pass30,090 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,090 miles
    Test number
    309225054143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,829 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,829 miles
    Test number
    899349743105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,250 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,250 miles
    Test number
    856832252186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,334 miles
    Test number
    546515741192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,334 miles (+2,729)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,334 miles
    Test number
    945575641161
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass25,605 miles (+488)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,605 miles
    Test number
    622612030158
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront discs pitted
  22. Pass25,117 miles (+639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,117 miles
    Test number
    553592049105
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  23. Pass24,478 miles (+1,391)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,478 miles
    Test number
    814925858132
    • NoteBrake pipes Greased.
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake discs slightly pitted.
  24. Pass23,087 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,087 miles
    Test number
    410789147148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,428 miles
    Test number
    300796526107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X38 OVY

Does X38 OVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X38 OVY is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X38 OVY?
The MOT on X38 OVY is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X38 OVY done?
X38 OVY was recorded at 72,885 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,583 miles a year.
Has X38 OVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 OVY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X38 OVY 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 X38 OVY find?
X38 OVY passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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