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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

X3 OLSMOT history

X3 OLS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 218,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

X3 OLS white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
218,245 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 OLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 OLS was last recorded at 218,245 miles on 7 May 2026, 5,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,497 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,748 miles
Average per year
7,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,245 miles
  • 2025 – 212,497 miles
  • 2024 – 207,095 miles
  • 2023 – 200,889 miles
  • 2022 – 193,469 miles
  • 2021 – 184,898 miles
  • 2020 – 179,208 miles
  • 2019 – 171,269 miles
  • 2018 – 158,971 miles
  • 2017 – 145,524 miles
  • 2016 – 133,560 miles
  • 2015 – 129,033 miles
  • 2014 – 122,893 miles
  • 2013 – 113,809 miles
  • 2012 – 108,158 miles
  • 2011 – 102,447 miles
  • 2010 – 97,563 miles
  • 2009 – 94,989 miles
  • 2008 – 90,836 miles
  • 2007 – 86,146 miles
  • 2006 – 77,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,245 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,245 miles (+5,748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    218,245 miles
    Test number
    261869144281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass212,497 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    212,497 miles
    Test number
    882111993123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass207,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    207,095 miles
    Test number
    926596854167
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet is inoperative

  4. Fail207,095 miles (+6,206)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,095 miles
    Test number
    601838976369
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet is inoperative

  5. Pass200,889 miles (+7,420)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    200,889 miles
    Test number
    385100430134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass193,469 miles (+8,571)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    193,469 miles
    Test number
    775016746335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass184,898 miles (+5,690)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    184,898 miles
    Test number
    912606183538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass179,208 miles (+7,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    179,208 miles
    Test number
    927688239734
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass171,269 miles (+12,298)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,269 miles
    Test number
    364723308745
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass158,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    158,971 miles
    Test number
    104070661599
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail158,969 miles (+13,445)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,969 miles
    Test number
    569189895907
    • FailureCentral Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking spill pipes (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass145,524 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    145,524 miles
    Test number
    552414032002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wrap around 'd' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade is starting to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wrap around 'd' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  13. Fail145,524 miles (+11,964)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,524 miles
    Test number
    234292999867
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking spill pipes (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wrap around 'd' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade is starting to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wrap around 'd' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

  14. Pass133,560 miles (+4,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,560 miles
    Test number
    775004273399
    • AdvisoryPlay in both sides of the steering rack
    • AdvisoryThe front windscreen wipers are starting to smear the screen
    • AdvisoryThe injector diesel spill off pipe is wet

  15. Pass129,033 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,033 miles
    Test number
    969065635151
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteInner rack joints have play

  16. Fail129,033 miles (+6,140)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,033 miles
    Test number
    536221535107
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteInner rack joints have play

  17. Pass122,893 miles (+9,084)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    122,893 miles
    Test number
    147186234107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass113,809 miles (+5,651)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,809 miles
    Test number
    126739923189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a screw in the tread

  19. Pass108,158 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,158 miles
    Test number
    758316632173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail108,158 miles (+5,711)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,158 miles
    Test number
    846069022122
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass102,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,447 miles
    Test number
    276729221420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,447 miles (+4,884)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,447 miles
    Test number
    928234921143
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass97,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    97,563 miles
    Test number
    210365420490
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail97,563 miles (+2,574)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,563 miles
    Test number
    624801920121
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass94,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    792527119102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Fail94,989 miles (+4,153)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    194683619182
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass90,836 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    90,836 miles
    Test number
    481522118114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,146 miles (+8,868)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    86,146 miles
    Test number
    824450627101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass77,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,278 miles
    Test number
    200688916149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 OLS

Does X3 OLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 OLS is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 OLS?
The MOT on X3 OLS is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 OLS done?
X3 OLS was recorded at 218,245 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 7,040 miles a year.
Has X3 OLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 OLS has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2024.
Has the mileage on X3 OLS 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 X3 OLS find?
X3 OLS passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front outer brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front outer brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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