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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

X452 OBWMOT history

X452 OBW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 213,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

X452 OBW red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
213,265 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X452 OBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X452 OBW was last recorded at 213,265 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,261 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,265 miles
  • 2025 – 202,245 miles
  • 2024 – 195,964 miles
  • 2022 – 191,754 miles
  • 2021 – 187,763 miles
  • 2020 – 186,998 miles
  • 2019 – 185,085 miles
  • 2018 – 181,334 miles
  • 2017 – 177,157 miles
  • 2016 – 171,698 miles
  • 2015 – 166,719 miles
  • 2014 – 160,313 miles
  • 2013 – 153,642 miles
  • 2012 – 148,280 miles
  • 2011 – 143,271 miles
  • 2010 – 135,392 miles
  • 2009 – 125,737 miles
  • 2008 – 115,785 miles
  • 2007 – 104,713 miles
  • 2006 – 94,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,265 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Sump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,265 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    213,265 miles
    Test number
    917241792811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail213,261 miles (+11,016)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,261 miles
    Test number
    996756083324
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass202,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    202,245 miles
    Test number
    936144245190
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail202,245 miles (+6,281)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,245 miles
    Test number
    254223794343
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass195,964 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    195,964 miles
    Test number
    520724495240
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail195,964 miles (+4,210)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,964 miles
    Test number
    564787266601
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass191,754 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    191,754 miles
    Test number
    534831622859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass187,763 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    187,763 miles
    Test number
    263110296637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass186,998 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,998 miles
    Test number
    735185538144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,085 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    185,085 miles
    Test number
    676352080665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass181,334 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    181,334 miles
    Test number
    974365925220
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail181,332 miles (+4,175)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,332 miles
    Test number
    587088289012
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass177,157 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    177,157 miles
    Test number
    475019280972
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear suspension slightly corroded

  14. Fail177,157 miles (+5,459)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,157 miles
    Test number
    651517941854
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass171,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    171,698 miles
    Test number
    854400821149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail171,698 miles (+4,979)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,698 miles
    Test number
    102328456735
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass166,719 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    166,719 miles
    Test number
    755795965048
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail166,719 miles (+6,406)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,719 miles
    Test number
    235683665028
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass160,313 miles (+1)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    160,313 miles
    Test number
    179818954417
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brakes slightly binding
    • NotePower steering stiff

  20. Fail160,312 miles (+6,670)3 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,312 miles
    Test number
    726575354015
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePower steering stiff

  21. Pass153,642 miles (+5,362)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    153,642 miles
    Test number
    948173453097
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteNearside front seat belt twisted

  22. Pass148,280 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    148,280 miles
    Test number
    376488452045
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  23. Fail148,280 miles (+5,009)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,280 miles
    Test number
    288088452016
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  24. Pass143,271 miles (+7,879)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    143,271 miles
    Test number
    585805251005
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront & rear brake disc's surface corrosion
    • NoteN/s fog lamp missing
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt twisted

  25. Pass135,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    135,392 miles
    Test number
    204570960050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail135,392 miles (+9,655)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,392 miles
    Test number
    144200860027
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass125,737 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    125,737 miles
    Test number
    231954369004
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail125,737 miles (+9,952)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,737 miles
    Test number
    792612169009
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass115,785 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    115,785 miles
    Test number
    931064968046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  30. Fail115,785 miles (+11,072)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,785 miles
    Test number
    443804668069
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  31. Pass104,713 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    104,713 miles
    Test number
    580826467039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail104,711 miles (+10,638)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,711 miles
    Test number
    762574767087
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass94,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    94,073 miles
    Test number
    772506746042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X452 OBW

Does X452 OBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X452 OBW is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X452 OBW?
The MOT on X452 OBW is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X452 OBW done?
X452 OBW was recorded at 213,265 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,946 miles a year.
Has X452 OBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X452 OBW has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X452 OBW 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 X452 OBW find?
X452 OBW passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 7 more.

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