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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X741 HFUMOT history

X741 HFU is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 132,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

X741 HFU red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
132,951 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X741 HFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X741 HFU was last recorded at 132,951 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 3,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,689 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,262 miles
Average per year
4,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,951 miles
  • 2024 – 129,689 miles
  • 2023 – 125,559 miles
  • 2022 – 120,257 miles
  • 2021 – 114,187 miles
  • 2020 – 111,939 miles
  • 2019 – 110,057 miles
  • 2018 – 107,033 miles
  • 2016 – 104,799 miles
  • 2015 – 97,863 miles
  • 2013 – 93,925 miles
  • 2012 – 88,842 miles
  • 2011 – 83,226 miles
  • 2010 – 78,521 miles
  • 2009 – 71,994 miles
  • 2008 – 64,799 miles
  • 2007 – 56,593 miles
  • 2006 – 47,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,951 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Alternator / waterpump drive belt his breaking up and the power steering pump drive belt is slack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear reaction bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,951 miles (+3,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    132,951 miles
    Test number
    757396795398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass129,689 miles (+4)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,689 miles
    Test number
    431996329907
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator / waterpump drive belt his breaking up and the power steering pump drive belt is slack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively the brake disc is slightly corroded (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper support panel (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail129,685 miles (+4,126)10 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,685 miles
    Test number
    276140859431
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction objects on top of dashboard (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted the rear brakes recorded very little effort: overall foot brake efficiency 39% (1.1.17 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator / waterpump drive belt his breaking up and the power steering pump drive belt is slack
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively the brake disc is slightly corroded (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin and the discs are slightly corroded (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on application (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper support panel (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,559 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,559 miles
    Test number
    423928221229
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded going to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail125,558 miles (+5,301)2 major4 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,558 miles
    Test number
    507570731182
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded going to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass120,257 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,257 miles
    Test number
    980080761948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,255 miles (+6,068)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,255 miles
    Test number
    345829131686
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass114,187 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,187 miles
    Test number
    413334454614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,759 miles
    Test number
    362718281855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,759 miles (+1,820)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,759 miles
    Test number
    205226285840
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.10 (8.2.2.2 (a))

  11. Pass111,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,939 miles
    Test number
    966482952102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,924 miles (+1,867)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,924 miles
    Test number
    442068279909
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.10 (8.2.2.2 (a))

  13. Pass110,057 miles (+3,024)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,057 miles
    Test number
    174918759579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass107,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,033 miles
    Test number
    391737762081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail107,031 miles (+2,232)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,031 miles
    Test number
    862421609394
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass104,799 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,799 miles
    Test number
    153816598130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail104,784 miles (+3,100)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,784 miles
    Test number
    556317016518
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass101,684 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    101,684 miles
    Test number
    290724265014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    575800835094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,863 miles (+3,938)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    289988825041
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass93,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    93,925 miles
    Test number
    847074863379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,925 miles (+5,083)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,925 miles
    Test number
    705764163320
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass88,842 miles (+5,616)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,842 miles
    Test number
    796422562333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass83,226 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,226 miles
    Test number
    247994461350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,521 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,521 miles
    Test number
    292114560369
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail78,521 miles (+6,527)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,521 miles
    Test number
    543244960344
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass71,994 miles (+7,195)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    71,994 miles
    Test number
    360854969376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    924242458358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    532992258377
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass56,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    290283067353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,593 miles (+9,267)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    994722267327
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass47,326 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    47,326 miles
    Test number
    531323266362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail47,319 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,319 miles
    Test number
    954032866375
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X741 HFU

Does X741 HFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X741 HFU is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X741 HFU?
The MOT on X741 HFU is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X741 HFU done?
X741 HFU was recorded at 132,951 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,482 miles a year.
Has X741 HFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X741 HFU has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X741 HFU 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 X741 HFU find?
X741 HFU passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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