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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X438 ODXMOT history

X438 ODX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 233,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

X438 ODX blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
233,819 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X438 ODX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X438 ODX was last recorded at 233,819 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,516 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,303 miles
Average per year
4,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,819 miles
  • 2025 – 230,516 miles
  • 2024 – 226,401 miles
  • 2023 – 219,252 miles
  • 2022 – 209,711 miles
  • 2021 – 200,494 miles
  • 2020 – 193,758 miles
  • 2019 – 192,591 miles
  • 2018 – 190,977 miles
  • 2017 – 187,702 miles
  • 2016 – 184,017 miles
  • 2015 – 180,701 miles
  • 2014 – 177,395 miles
  • 2013 – 173,322 miles
  • 2012 – 169,263 miles
  • 2011 – 165,419 miles
  • 2010 – 158,871 miles
  • 2009 – 148,712 miles
  • 2008 – 138,847 miles
  • 2007 – 136,174 miles
  • 2005 – 131,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail233,819 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail233,819 miles (+3,303)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,819 miles
    Test number
    815171558034
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass230,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    230,516 miles
    Test number
    278459509980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail230,516 miles (+4,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,516 miles
    Test number
    964001243517
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the left both (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass226,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    226,401 miles
    Test number
    958285982565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail226,401 miles (+7,149)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,401 miles
    Test number
    602577608496
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass219,252 miles (+9,541)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    219,252 miles
    Test number
    789304425233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass209,711 miles (+9,217)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    209,711 miles
    Test number
    114863222175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass200,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    200,494 miles
    Test number
    705099385075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail200,494 miles (+6,736)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,494 miles
    Test number
    380673225851
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass193,758 miles (+1,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,758 miles
    Test number
    914216081141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  11. Pass192,591 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    192,591 miles
    Test number
    915609064435
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  12. Fail192,589 miles (+1,612)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,589 miles
    Test number
    962740845182
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake only just meets requirements
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  13. Pass190,977 miles (+3,275)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    190,977 miles
    Test number
    518445602944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside, Tyres perishing

  14. Pass187,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    187,702 miles
    Test number
    870953596851
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail187,702 miles (+3,685)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,702 miles
    Test number
    369639610641
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass184,017 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    184,017 miles
    Test number
    830361386068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass180,701 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    180,701 miles
    Test number
    137504455437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass177,395 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    177,395 miles
    Test number
    648787554006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass173,322 miles (+4,059)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    173,322 miles
    Test number
    808967853051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass169,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    169,263 miles
    Test number
    209585242018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail169,263 miles (+3,844)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,263 miles
    Test number
    905414142033
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass165,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    165,419 miles
    Test number
    439586251027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail165,419 miles (+6,548)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,419 miles
    Test number
    869395151067
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISC PITTED

  24. Pass158,871 miles (+10,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    158,871 miles
    Test number
    933877750087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass148,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    148,712 miles
    Test number
    854088759055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail148,712 miles (+9,865)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,712 miles
    Test number
    120148259024
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wipers torn
    • NoteTracking looks out

  27. Pass138,847 miles (+2,673)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    138,847 miles
    Test number
    841456258063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass136,174 miles (+5,138)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    136,174 miles
    Test number
    942787157064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass131,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    240243125388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail131,036 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    391272125334
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Questions about X438 ODX

Does X438 ODX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X438 ODX expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X438 ODX?
The MOT on X438 ODX expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X438 ODX done?
X438 ODX was recorded at 233,819 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,921 miles a year.
Has X438 ODX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X438 ODX has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X438 ODX 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 X438 ODX find?
X438 ODX failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting.

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