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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X781 HLAMOT history

X781 HLA is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

X781 HLA grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,782 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 HLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X781 HLA was last recorded at 96,782 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 3,774 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,008 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,774 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,782 miles
  • 2025 – 93,008 miles
  • 2024 – 91,613 miles
  • 2022 – 90,059 miles
  • 2021 – 85,818 miles
  • 2020 – 83,171 miles
  • 2019 – 77,690 miles
  • 2018 – 71,813 miles
  • 2017 – 67,585 miles
  • 2015 – 65,549 miles
  • 2014 – 62,749 miles
  • 2013 – 59,494 miles
  • 2012 – 55,945 miles
  • 2011 – 55,922 miles
  • 2010 – 46,360 miles
  • 2009 – 41,052 miles
  • 2008 – 36,615 miles
  • 2007 – 33,460 miles
  • 2006 – 32,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,782 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall damage on inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake warning light illuminated

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Spare wheel wrong size

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,782 miles (+3,774)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,782 miles
    Test number
    605969613779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall damage on inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light illuminated

  2. Pass93,008 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,008 miles
    Test number
    139647912105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel wrong size

  3. Fail93,007 miles (+1,394)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,007 miles
    Test number
    254274297596
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake warning wire damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisorySpare wheel wrong size

  4. Pass91,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,613 miles
    Test number
    627965273812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail91,613 miles (+1,554)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,613 miles
    Test number
    352019900447
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass90,059 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,059 miles
    Test number
    238858438355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail90,058 miles (+4,240)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,058 miles
    Test number
    948957737874
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,818 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,818 miles
    Test number
    127741002833
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in the tread & wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail85,818 miles (+2,647)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,818 miles
    Test number
    895177731459
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x 2. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in the tread & wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass83,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    688144684438
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail83,171 miles (+5,481)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    694803994479
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass77,690 miles (+5,877)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,690 miles
    Test number
    522047631121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,813 miles (+4,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,813 miles
    Test number
    103440814450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,585 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    992071437510
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail67,585 miles (+2,036)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    872892118734
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases midsection by cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass65,549 miles (+2,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,549 miles
    Test number
    808886665160
    • NoteO/S and N/S front and rear tyres slightly perrished.

  17. Pass62,749 miles (+3,255)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,749 miles
    Test number
    699972364104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass59,494 miles (+3,549)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    176878273049
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to crack and perish.

  19. Pass55,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,945 miles
    Test number
    649610682064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,945 miles (+23)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,945 miles
    Test number
    916560782042
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Fail55,922 miles (+1,850)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,922 miles
    Test number
    316132421375
    • DangerousSteering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass54,072 miles (+7,712)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,072 miles
    Test number
    125879441270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,360 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,360 miles
    Test number
    533348330299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,052 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,052 miles
    Test number
    122350759240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,615 miles (+3,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,615 miles
    Test number
    193283648246
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass33,460 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,460 miles
    Test number
    174246337205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,584 miles
    Test number
    341615346469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X781 HLA

Does X781 HLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X781 HLA is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X781 HLA?
The MOT on X781 HLA is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X781 HLA done?
X781 HLA was recorded at 96,782 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has X781 HLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 HLA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X781 HLA 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 X781 HLA find?
X781 HLA passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged side wall damage on inside; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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