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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow and Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

X749 VTWMOT history

X749 VTW is a yellow and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 271,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2022.

X749 VTW yellow Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
271,255 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X749 VTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X749 VTW was last recorded at 271,255 miles on 29 Jan 2022, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
271,238 miles · 16 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
10,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 271,255 miles
  • 2021 – 271,238 miles
  • 2020 – 260,876 miles
  • 2019 – 250,945 miles
  • 2018 – 244,869 miles
  • 2017 – 242,586 miles
  • 2016 – 240,034 miles
  • 2015 – 237,944 miles
  • 2014 – 230,550 miles
  • 2013 – 219,596 miles
  • 2012 – 207,798 miles
  • 2011 – 199,074 miles
  • 2010 – 185,347 miles
  • 2009 – 169,037 miles
  • 2008 – 152,730 miles
  • 2006 – 125,954 miles
  • 2005 – 103,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass271,255 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass271,255 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    271,255 miles
    Test number
    202663194548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail271,238 miles (+877)4 dangerous14 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,238 miles
    Test number
    943761426291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill sliding door rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Fail270,361 miles (+9,485)10 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,361 miles
    Test number
    877102975776
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp loose
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass260,876 miles (+9,931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    260,876 miles
    Test number
    837713470026
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass250,945 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    250,945 miles
    Test number
    704084186785
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail250,945 miles (+6,076)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,945 miles
    Test number
    710293024220
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass244,869 miles (+313)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    244,869 miles
    Test number
    417498450176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perrished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  8. Fail244,556 miles (+1,970)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,556 miles
    Test number
    202416256219
    • FailureElectrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed blue wire inside cab (1.9.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perrished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  9. Pass242,586 miles (+2,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    242,586 miles
    Test number
    140203613668
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Pass240,034 miles (+2,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    240,034 miles
    Test number
    932832434200
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail237,944 miles1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,944 miles
    Test number
    756141795043
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass237,944 miles (+7,394)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    237,944 miles
    Test number
    977141095090
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass230,550 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    230,550 miles
    Test number
    779092594020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail230,550 miles (+10,954)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,550 miles
    Test number
    979001794062
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass219,596 miles (+11,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    219,596 miles
    Test number
    855364983070
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass207,798 miles (+8,724)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    207,798 miles
    Test number
    277358862028
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass199,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    199,074 miles
    Test number
    948392461097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail199,074 miles (+13,727)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,074 miles
    Test number
    705201761007
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass185,347 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    185,347 miles
    Test number
    891893360067
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Fail185,347 miles (+16,310)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,347 miles
    Test number
    564593960032
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass169,037 miles (+188)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    169,037 miles
    Test number
    250395869005
    • NoteBoth rack ends slight play

  22. Fail168,849 miles (+16,119)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,849 miles
    Test number
    923808059042
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rack ends slight play

  23. Pass152,730 miles (+26,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    152,730 miles
    Test number
    193811868038
    • NoteSlight wear in both steering rack arms

  24. Pass125,954 miles (+22,018)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    125,954 miles
    Test number
    860229116355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass103,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    411189815491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X749 VTW

Does X749 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X749 VTW expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X749 VTW?
The MOT on X749 VTW expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X749 VTW done?
X749 VTW was recorded at 271,255 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2022, an average of 10,325 miles a year.
Has X749 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X749 VTW has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on X749 VTW 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 X749 VTW find?
X749 VTW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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