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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

X42 NAEMOT history

X42 NAE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 198,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

X42 NAE blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
198,946 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 NAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 NAE was last recorded at 198,946 miles on 23 May 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,940 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 198,946 miles
  • 2023 – 197,428 miles
  • 2022 – 196,078 miles
  • 2021 – 196,025 miles
  • 2020 – 192,482 miles
  • 2018 – 190,738 miles
  • 2017 – 188,166 miles
  • 2016 – 184,590 miles
  • 2015 – 179,939 miles
  • 2014 – 174,194 miles
  • 2013 – 168,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,946 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective full of water bu not affecting bulbs

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underbody undersealed preventing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,946 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    198,946 miles
    Test number
    502465371681
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail198,940 miles (+1,512)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,940 miles
    Test number
    381530066406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass197,428 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    197,428 miles
    Test number
    728886137200
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective full of water bu not affecting bulbs (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed preventing full inspection
  4. Fail197,425 miles (+1,347)1 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,425 miles
    Test number
    699751727465
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended will not release properly (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective full of water bu not affecting bulbs (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed preventing full inspection
  5. Pass196,078 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    196,078 miles
    Test number
    610888368965
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll under body covered in underseal
  6. Fail196,076 miles (+51)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,076 miles
    Test number
    546218057114
    • MajorFuel hose leaking front (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll under body covered in underseal
  7. Fail196,025 miles (+3,543)5 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,025 miles
    Test number
    622209410448
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all every thing covered in underseal or fiberglass (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  8. Pass192,482 miles (+14)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    192,482 miles
    Test number
    274907007686
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily undersealed preventing full inspection
  9. Fail192,468 miles (+1,730)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,468 miles
    Test number
    528479613614
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily undersealed preventing full inspection
  10. Pass190,738 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    190,738 miles
    Test number
    102550730658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body undersealed
  11. Fail190,738 miles (+2,572)1 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,738 miles
    Test number
    388110878646
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body undersealed
  12. Pass188,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    188,166 miles
    Test number
    569926079247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail188,166 miles (+3,576)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,166 miles
    Test number
    169000817208
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  14. Pass184,590 miles (+4,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    184,590 miles
    Test number
    510554318082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass179,939 miles (+5,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    179,939 miles
    Test number
    307106547067
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/f lower arm front bush
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f track control arm
  16. Pass174,194 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    174,194 miles
    Test number
    155535644279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass168,464 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    168,464 miles
    Test number
    965693633277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)

Questions about X42 NAE

Does X42 NAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X42 NAE expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X42 NAE?
The MOT on X42 NAE expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X42 NAE done?
X42 NAE was recorded at 198,946 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 2,834 miles a year.
Has X42 NAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 NAE has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on X42 NAE 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 X42 NAE find?
X42 NAE passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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