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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

X751 VTWMOT history

X751 VTW is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 201,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

X751 VTW black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
201,290 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X751 VTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X751 VTW was last recorded at 201,290 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,290 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 201,290 miles
  • 2024 – 201,201 miles
  • 2023 – 200,745 miles
  • 2022 – 199,015 miles
  • 2021 – 190,742 miles
  • 2020 – 180,984 miles
  • 2019 – 170,045 miles
  • 2018 – 168,174 miles
  • 2017 – 166,903 miles
  • 2016 – 165,223 miles
  • 2015 – 163,918 miles
  • 2014 – 161,561 miles
  • 2013 – 160,419 miles
  • 2011 – 155,704 miles
  • 2010 – 149,557 miles
  • 2009 – 147,769 miles
  • 2008 – 135,479 miles
  • 2007 – 128,719 miles
  • 2006 – 117,098 miles
  • 2005 – 98,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,290 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAdvise : slight play in both front steering armsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to rear suspension armsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear upper shock mounts corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear upper shock mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    201,290 miles
    Test number
    881122939030
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : slight play in both front steering arms
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to rear suspension arms

  2. Fail201,290 miles (+89)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,290 miles
    Test number
    673932061922
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mounting corroded (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : slight play in both front steering arms
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to rear suspension arms

  3. Pass201,201 miles (+456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    201,201 miles
    Test number
    305290839209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp side light (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to front and rear suspension arms
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in steering rack

  4. Pass200,745 miles (+1,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    200,745 miles
    Test number
    166291987975
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : offside front inner steering arm slight play/wear
    • AdvisoryAdvise : offside front inner wheel arch corroded

  5. Pass199,015 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    199,015 miles
    Test number
    460812183283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear upper shock mounts corroded

  6. Fail198,983 miles (+8,241)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,983 miles
    Test number
    403434019888
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear upper shock mounts corroded

  7. Pass190,742 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    190,742 miles
    Test number
    910351456064
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear upper shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail190,720 miles (+9,736)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,720 miles
    Test number
    913285533090
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear upper shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    180,984 miles
    Test number
    524748131610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail180,984 miles (+10,939)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,984 miles
    Test number
    878115460770
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

  11. Pass170,045 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    170,045 miles
    Test number
    713535424268
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail170,023 miles (+1,849)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,023 miles
    Test number
    425294108919
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass168,174 miles (+1,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    168,174 miles
    Test number
    481157416388
    • AdvisoryUnderside slightly corroded

  14. Pass166,903 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    166,903 miles
    Test number
    366595603797
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  15. Fail166,900 miles (+1,677)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,900 miles
    Test number
    102151656148
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  16. Pass165,223 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    165,223 miles
    Test number
    253424132183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail165,223 miles (+1,305)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,223 miles
    Test number
    770042271965
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass163,918 miles (+2,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    163,918 miles
    Test number
    396221395095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail161,561 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,561 miles
    Test number
    118044494045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise suspension components covered in suface corrosion

  20. Pass161,561 miles (+1,142)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    161,561 miles
    Test number
    816904594040
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise suspension components covered in suface corrosion

  21. Pass160,419 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    160,419 miles
    Test number
    238732703139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise suspension components corroded

  22. Fail160,419 miles (+4,715)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,419 miles
    Test number
    295842403489
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise suspension components corroded

  23. Pass155,704 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    155,704 miles
    Test number
    968186611390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  24. Fail155,696 miles (+6,139)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,696 miles
    Test number
    917672611389
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  25. Pass149,557 miles (+1,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    149,557 miles
    Test number
    561660450324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass147,769 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    147,769 miles
    Test number
    211774839394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail147,632 miles (+12,153)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,632 miles
    Test number
    832700939311
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass135,479 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    135,479 miles
    Test number
    914637238326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass128,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    128,719 miles
    Test number
    822234737394
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  30. Fail128,713 miles (+11,615)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,713 miles
    Test number
    100404737350
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on,on dash

  31. Pass117,098 miles (+18,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    117,098 miles
    Test number
    321455136325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass98,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    98,967 miles
    Test number
    314406835361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X751 VTW

Does X751 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X751 VTW is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X751 VTW?
The MOT on X751 VTW is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X751 VTW done?
X751 VTW was recorded at 201,290 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 5,097 miles a year.
Has X751 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X751 VTW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X751 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 X751 VTW find?
X751 VTW passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; advise : slight play in both front steering arms; advise : surface corrosion to rear suspension arms.

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