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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

X771 VTWMOT history

X771 VTW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 137,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

X771 VTW blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,828 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X771 VTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X771 VTW was last recorded at 137,828 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 May 2016: 113,130 miles, lower than 170,494 miles on 2 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
137,828 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,828 miles
  • 2025 – 136,082 miles
  • 2024 – 135,295 miles
  • 2023 – 133,622 miles
  • 2022 – 131,434 miles
  • 2021 – 129,025 miles
  • 2019 – 126,854 miles
  • 2018 – 122,841 miles
  • 2017 – 117,573 miles
  • 2016 – 113,130 miles
  • 2015 – 170,494 miles
  • 2014 – 102,155 miles
  • 2013 – 97,079 miles
  • 2012 – 95,029 miles
  • 2009 – 85,609 miles
  • 2007 – 70,481 miles
  • 2006 – 58,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,828 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.

  • Direction indicator not working O/S/F

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S/R AND O/S/R OUTER FLEX HOSES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/ AND O/S FRONT TO CALIPERS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • FRONT AND REAR REGISTRATION PLATES POOR CONDITION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • GENERAL ENGINE OIL LEAKS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/S AND O/S REAR INNER WING ADJACENT TO TRAILING ARM MOUNTING IS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,828 miles
    Test number
    863472444080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,828 miles (+1,746)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,828 miles
    Test number
    802214405446
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass136,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,082 miles
    Test number
    599055757899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,082 miles (+787)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,082 miles
    Test number
    440534578611
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass135,295 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,295 miles
    Test number
    523674812721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,622 miles
    Test number
    792005353763
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail133,622 miles (+2,188)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,622 miles
    Test number
    100863802378
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass131,434 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,434 miles
    Test number
    416318713587
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S/R AND O/S/R OUTER FLEX HOSES (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/ AND O/S FRONT TO CALIPERS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR REGISTRATION PLATES POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryGENERAL ENGINE OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisoryN/S AND O/S REAR INNER WING ADJACENT TO TRAILING ARM MOUNTING IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryN/S SUSPECTED STEERING RACK LEAK >> FURTHER CHECKS ADVISED
    • AdvisoryO/S/R BRAKE SLIGHT BIND
    • AdvisorySERVICE LIGHT ON
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R AREA TO OUTER TRAILING ARM MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F INNER EDGE DEVOID OF TREAD + WORN THIN >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER EDGE DEVOID OF TREAD + WORN THIN >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail131,433 miles (+2,408)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,433 miles
    Test number
    727305310433
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam SWITCH NOT SWITCHING (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play O/S/F (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S/R AND O/S/R OUTER FLEX HOSES (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/ AND O/S FRONT TO CALIPERS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR REGISTRATION PLATES POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryGENERAL ENGINE OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisoryN/S AND O/S REAR INNER WING ADJACENT TO TRAILING ARM MOUNTING IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryN/S SUSPECTED STEERING RACK LEAK >> FURTHER CHECKS ADVISED
    • AdvisoryO/S/R BRAKE SLIGHT BIND
    • AdvisorySERVICE LIGHT ON
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R AREA TO OUTER TRAILING ARM MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F INNER EDGE DEVOID OF TREAD + WORN THIN >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER EDGE DEVOID OF TREAD + WORN THIN >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,025 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,025 miles
    Test number
    158014534054
    • DangerousREAR DOOR GAS STRUT MISSING >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule REAR BY CALIPERS (BOTH) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT ALIGNMENT CHECK ADVISED
    • AdvisoryFRONT MAIN CROSSMEMBER IS CORRODED
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S REAR INNER WING AREA AJACENT TO SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F INNER EXTREEM EDGE >> NEW ADVISED (WORN THIN) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER (AS N/S) (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail129,025 miles (+1)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,025 miles
    Test number
    570164162941
    • DangerousREAR DOOR GAS STRUT MISSING >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDirection indicator not working O/S/F (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/S REAR INNER WING AREA AJACENT TO SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute O/S/R (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule REAR BY CALIPERS (BOTH) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT ALIGNMENT CHECK ADVISED
    • AdvisoryFRONT MAIN CROSSMEMBER IS CORRODED
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S REAR INNER WING AREA AJACENT TO SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F INNER EXTREEM EDGE >> NEW ADVISED (WORN THIN) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER (AS N/S) (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail129,024 miles (+2,170)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,024 miles
    Test number
    914676283486
    • DangerousREAR DOOR STRUT MISSING >> NEW IE URGENTLY REQUIRED
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator not working O/S/F (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working O/S (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding O/S/R (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/S/R INNER AND OUTER LOWER SILL AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH OUTER REAR HOSE FERRULE (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT MAIN CROSSMEMBER IS VISUALLY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S/REAR INNER WING AJACENT TO TOP SHOCK MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/REAR INNER WING AJACENT TO TOP SHOCK MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass126,854 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,854 miles
    Test number
    291088780124
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S AND O/S REAR END SILL AREAS INTO WING AND MAIN INNER CHASSIS AREAS SWOLLEN/CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/F + N/S FRONT SILL FRONT SECTIONS HOLES ALLOWING SERIOUS WATER INTO VEHICLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play N/S/F OUTER (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail126,852 miles (+4,011)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,852 miles
    Test number
    292484471773
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure N/S/F (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorDirection indicator not working O/S/F (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated CABLE SNAPPED DURING BRT TEST (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/S/ REAR LOWER INNER SILL AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisoryO/S PARKING BRAKE LEVER OVER/ON (OFF REST STOP)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S AND O/S REAR END SILL AREAS INTO WING AND MAIN INNER CHASSIS AREAS SWOLLEN/CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/F + N/S FRONT SILL FRONT SECTIONS HOLES ALLOWING SERIOUS WATER INTO VEHICLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play N/S/F OUTER (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass122,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    122,841 miles
    Test number
    318179513554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat is designed to swivel so cannot be 100% tight

  16. Fail122,841 miles (+5,268)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,841 miles
    Test number
    872963107014
    • DangerousElectrical wiring connectors for steering disconnected HANGING DOWN FROM ROOF (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure N/S/F (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S/F INNER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPassenger's seat with a defective structure N/S/F (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively SEVERE JUDDER (3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass117,573 miles (+4,443)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    117,573 miles
    Test number
    905096139314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre almost devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight judder on wiper blades
    • AdvisoryWires hanging inside vehicle

  18. Pass113,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    113,130 miles
    Test number
    372757947551
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail113,130 miles (-57,364)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,130 miles
    Test number
    691313111138
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Upper engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass170,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    170,494 miles
    Test number
    429093655186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail170,494 miles (+68,339)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,494 miles
    Test number
    668593855119
    • Repaired at testElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass102,155 miles (+5,076)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    102,155 miles
    Test number
    117050164179
    • NoteFront tyres worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front indicator bulb pale
    • NoteSlight play in rack

  23. Pass97,079 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,079 miles
    Test number
    949345133108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    859388582172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail95,018 miles (+9,409)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    418838582139
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  26. Pass85,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,609 miles
    Test number
    564962269195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail85,609 miles (+15,128)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,609 miles
    Test number
    483470469180
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass70,481 miles (+11,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,481 miles
    Test number
    613115197208
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass58,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    223170376180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X771 VTW

Does X771 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X771 VTW is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X771 VTW?
The MOT on X771 VTW is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X771 VTW done?
X771 VTW was recorded at 137,828 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 4,013 miles a year.
Has X771 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X771 VTW has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X771 VTW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X771 VTW find?
X771 VTW passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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