
Volkswagen Transporter
Yellow · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc
X59 MDUMOT history
X59 MDU is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 277,859 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 277,859 mi
- At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 37
- 20 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 8,208 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X59 MDU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Yellow
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 17 Nov 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X59 MDU was last recorded at 277,859 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 277,859 miles · 2 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 8,208 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 277,859 miles
- 2025 – 271,626 miles
- 2024 – 265,488 miles
- 2023 – 259,465 miles
- 2022 – 252,020 miles
- 2021 – 248,501 miles
- 2020 – 244,235 miles
- 2019 – 238,319 miles
- 2018 – 232,109 miles
- 2017 – 223,044 miles
- 2016 – 207,346 miles
- 2015 – 195,447 miles
- 2014 – 182,258 miles
- 2013 – 168,516 miles
- 2012 – 153,194 miles
- 2011 – 147,440 miles
- 2009 – 134,606 miles
- 2007 – 120,779 miles
- 2006 – 113,735 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011
Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced
Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
37 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass277,859 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 277,859 miles
- Test number
- 461957338305
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail277,859 miles (+6,233)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 277,859 miles
- Test number
- 985923884963
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass271,626 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 271,626 miles
- Test number
- 953949632950
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail271,624 miles (+6,136)6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 271,624 miles
- Test number
- 468359539527
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towbar area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass265,488 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 265,488 miles
- Test number
- 677691829115
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail265,487 miles (+6,022)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 265,487 miles
- Test number
- 193053385041
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass259,465 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 259,465 miles
- Test number
- 282313252206
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail259,465 miles (+7,445)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 259,465 miles
- Test number
- 220798967297
- MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Pass252,020 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 252,020 miles
- Test number
- 319441302881
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail252,020 miles (+3,519)6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,020 miles
- Test number
- 378789428817
- MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill front to centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass248,501 miles (+4,266)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 248,501 miles
- Test number
- 564688914885
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
Pass244,235 miles (+6)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 244,235 miles
- Test number
- 312064979526
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Fail244,229 miles (+5,910)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 244,229 miles
- Test number
- 799946222727
- DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Pass238,319 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 238,319 miles
- Test number
- 823491236318
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail238,319 miles (+6,210)1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,319 miles
- Test number
- 565849001301
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass232,109 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 232,109 miles
- Test number
- 661004277027
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front shockabsorber dust cover missing
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively splined joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront pad warning wire bypassed
Fail232,106 miles (+9,062)1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 232,106 miles
- Test number
- 316534837813
- MajorEmissions not tested coolant leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front shockabsorber dust cover missing
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront pad warning wire bypassed
- AdvisorySerious coolant leak
Pass223,044 miles (+1)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 223,044 miles
- Test number
- 926844606708
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryCorrosion to os/ns inner and outer sills
- AdvisoryCorrosion to rear underside of vehicle
Fail223,043 miles (+15,697)5 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 223,043 miles
- Test number
- 965036681918
- FailureEmissions not tested exhaust pipe fractured (7.3.A.1)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryCorrosion to os/ns inner and outer sills
- AdvisoryCorrosion to rear underside of vehicle
Pass207,346 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 207,346 miles
- Test number
- 837115207280
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryExhaust condition
- AdvisoryFront mirror conditions
Fail207,346 miles (+11,899)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 207,346 miles
- Test number
- 743283531460
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryExhaust condition
- AdvisoryFront mirror conditions
Pass195,447 miles1 advisory5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 195,447 miles
- Test number
- 756521285157
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOil leak
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteN/s inner and outer sill corroded
Fail195,447 miles (+13,189)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,447 miles
- Test number
- 407881785130
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOil leak
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteN/s inner and outer sill corroded
Pass182,258 miles2 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 182,258 miles
- Test number
- 146545934294
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOffside front shock outer casing sleeve damaged
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail182,258 miles (+13,742)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,258 miles
- Test number
- 849422034268
- FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOffside front shock outer casing sleeve damaged
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass168,516 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 168,516 miles
- Test number
- 105199033214
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail168,506 miles (+15,312)2 dangerous2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,506 miles
- Test number
- 787808523202
- DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass153,194 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 153,194 miles
- Test number
- 628805232248
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail153,194 miles (+5,754)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,194 miles
- Test number
- 469075532272
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass147,440 miles (+212)6 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 147,440 miles
- Test number
- 499986831207
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteFront bumper insecure
- NoteEng oil low
Fail147,228 miles (+12,622)2 failures2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,228 miles
- Test number
- 229544021298
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteFront bumper insecure
- NoteEng oil low
Pass134,606 miles (+3)1 advisory7 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 134,606 miles
- Test number
- 621304269348
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteNearside front inner sill corroded and holed but outside a prescribed area
- NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall kerb damaged
- NoteOffside front shock absorber dust cover bent/damaged
- NoteSlight play in the steering rack mountings
Fail134,603 miles (+4,597)5 failures4 advisories7 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,603 miles
- Test number
- 543533169344
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteNearside front inner sill corroded and holed but outside a prescribed area
- NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall kerb damaged
- NoteOffside front shock absorber dust cover bent/damaged
- NoteSlight play in the steering rack mountings
Pass130,006 miles (+9,227)8 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 130,006 miles
- Test number
- 511515809010
- NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted offside borderline pass
- NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall kerbed
- NoteNearside outer sill corroding
- NoteOffside front shock absorber plastic dust cover damaged
- NoteOil leaks
- NotePatches of corrosion along exhaust system
- NoteSlight pitting to offside front disc
- NoteSlight play in both rubber steering rack mountings
Pass120,779 miles (+7,044)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 120,779 miles
- Test number
- 822522787094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass113,735 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 113,735 miles
- Test number
- 764330566149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail113,735 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,735 miles
- Test number
- 321858956195
- FailureOffside Rear Upper Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
Questions about X59 MDU
- Does X59 MDU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X59 MDU is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X59 MDU?
- The MOT on X59 MDU is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X59 MDU done?
- X59 MDU was recorded at 277,859 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 8,208 miles a year.
- Has X59 MDU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X59 MDU has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on X59 MDU 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 X59 MDU find?
- X59 MDU passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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