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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X743 GCYMOT history

X743 GCY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 97,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

X743 GCY 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,825 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X743 GCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X743 GCY was last recorded at 97,825 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,799 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
1,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,825 miles
  • 2025 – 94,615 miles
  • 2024 – 93,404 miles
  • 2023 – 93,059 miles
  • 2022 – 92,575 miles
  • 2021 – 91,724 miles
  • 2020 – 91,022 miles
  • 2019 – 88,921 miles
  • 2018 – 87,331 miles
  • 2017 – 86,068 miles
  • 2016 – 84,599 miles
  • 2015 – 82,295 miles
  • 2014 – 80,449 miles
  • 2013 – 79,123 miles
  • 2012 – 75,844 miles
  • 2011 – 73,096 miles
  • 2010 – 72,697 miles
  • 2009 – 71,571 miles
  • 2008 – 69,075 miles
  • 2007 – 65,385 miles
  • 2006 – 61,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,825 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounting points have corrosion not holed or seriously weakened bobth sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure not likely to become detachedRecorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,825 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,825 miles
    Test number
    479984748662
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounting points have corrosion not holed or seriously weakened bobth sides
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure not likely to become detached

  2. Fail97,799 miles (+3,184)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    549140556034
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounting points have corrosion not holed or seriously weakened bobth sides
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure not likely to become detached

  3. Pass94,615 miles (+1,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,615 miles
    Test number
    271535775062
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass93,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    93,404 miles
    Test number
    246783884899
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded

  5. Fail93,403 miles (+344)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,403 miles
    Test number
    102343395853
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded

  6. Pass93,059 miles (+484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,059 miles
    Test number
    946169338751
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on underside

  7. Pass92,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,575 miles
    Test number
    598935219696
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail92,575 miles (+851)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,575 miles
    Test number
    536553716649
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass91,724 miles (+702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,724 miles
    Test number
    499212186211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,022 miles (+2,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,022 miles
    Test number
    621534623277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass88,921 miles (+1,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,921 miles
    Test number
    999442678349
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass87,331 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,331 miles
    Test number
    732272954663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,068 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,068 miles
    Test number
    351042050291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    141435821588
    • AdvisorySlight binding n/s rear wheel

  15. Fail84,599 miles (+2,304)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    840378251921
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySlight binding n/s rear wheel

  16. Pass82,295 miles (+1,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,295 miles
    Test number
    286784635405
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass80,449 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,449 miles
    Test number
    969575554160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,123 miles (+3,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,123 miles
    Test number
    276099143494
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass75,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,844 miles
    Test number
    215195462164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,844 miles (+2,748)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,844 miles
    Test number
    595554562145
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass73,096 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,096 miles
    Test number
    736924451140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,697 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    383212770120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,571 miles (+2,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,571 miles
    Test number
    270503879423
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass69,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    171808698107
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail69,075 miles (+3,690)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    461968898188
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass65,385 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    392342597172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass61,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    604219796169
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X743 GCY

Does X743 GCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X743 GCY is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X743 GCY?
The MOT on X743 GCY is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X743 GCY done?
X743 GCY was recorded at 97,825 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 1,798 miles a year.
Has X743 GCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X743 GCY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X743 GCY 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 X743 GCY find?
X743 GCY passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front road wheel slightly distorted; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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