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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X789 ACLMOT history

X789 ACL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2022.

X789 ACL white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
198,256 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 ACL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 ACL was last recorded at 198,256 miles on 22 Nov 2022, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Sept 2011: 141,538 miles, lower than 186,013 miles on 23 Feb 2010.

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
198,243 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,256 miles
  • 2021 – 197,339 miles
  • 2020 – 193,748 miles
  • 2019 – 189,828 miles
  • 2018 – 182,618 miles
  • 2017 – 173,742 miles
  • 2016 – 168,929 miles
  • 2015 – 164,718 miles
  • 2013 – 156,851 miles
  • 2012 – 149,589 miles
  • 2011 – 141,538 miles
  • 2010 – 186,013 miles
  • 2008 – 162,141 miles
  • 2007 – 152,079 miles
  • 2005 – 119,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,256 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRust at rear neat bumper

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    198,256 miles
    Test number
    125265826146
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRust at rear neat bumper
  2. Fail198,256 miles (+13)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,256 miles
    Test number
    202314034124
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRust at rear neat bumper
  3. Fail198,243 miles (+904)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,243 miles
    Test number
    380874702577
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both front (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs badly corroded
    • AdvisorySeveral brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in both rear arch corners
  4. Pass197,339 miles (+3,591)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    197,339 miles
    Test number
    481952786789
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc plate slightly corroded on the outside
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass193,748 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    193,748 miles
    Test number
    824172442222
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper rubbers starting to split
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering belt slipping slightly
  6. Fail193,748 miles (+3,920)5 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,748 miles
    Test number
    308462864342
    • MajorNearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Sliding door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Outer wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper rubbers starting to split
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering belt slipping slightly
  7. Pass189,828 miles (+41)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    189,828 miles
    Test number
    786760635433
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner & outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner & outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail189,787 miles (+7,169)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,787 miles
    Test number
    575336385755
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged handbrake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner & outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner & outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass182,618 miles (+8,876)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    182,618 miles
    Test number
    862409358292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes sljghtly corroded
  10. Pass173,742 miles (+4,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    173,742 miles
    Test number
    462980379592
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Pass168,929 miles (+4,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    168,929 miles
    Test number
    843873299717
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Pass164,718 miles (+7,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    164,718 miles
    Test number
    996167505040
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  13. Pass156,851 miles (+342)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    156,851 miles
    Test number
    236790263233
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake cable greased
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner shoulder
  14. Fail156,509 miles (+6,920)8 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,509 miles
    Test number
    476778643246
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass149,589 miles (+78)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    149,589 miles
    Test number
    687341252286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Fail149,511 miles (+7,973)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,511 miles
    Test number
    376127242420
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass141,538 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    141,538 miles
    Test number
    519003751283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
  18. Fail141,538 miles (-44,475)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,538 miles
    Test number
    528320151287
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
  19. Pass186,013 miles3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    186,013 miles
    Test number
    610094050027
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f wing
    • NoteFront grill cracked
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteNo spare wheel
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack inner joint
    • NoteSmall cut to o/s/f tyre outer wall
  20. Fail186,013 miles (+23,872)11 failures6 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,013 miles
    Test number
    573966840088
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f wing
    • NoteFront grill cracked
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront pads worn thin
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteNo spare wheel
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack inner joint
    • NoteSmall cut to o/s/f tyre outer wall
  21. Pass162,141 miles (+10,062)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    162,141 miles
    Test number
    171057378182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail152,079 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,079 miles
    Test number
    211254337309
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass152,079 miles (+32,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    152,079 miles
    Test number
    511014337359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass119,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    119,618 miles
    Test number
    852446645309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail119,618 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,618 miles
    Test number
    992007235353
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about X789 ACL

Does X789 ACL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X789 ACL expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X789 ACL?
The MOT on X789 ACL expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X789 ACL done?
X789 ACL was recorded at 198,256 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2022, an average of 4,634 miles a year.
Has X789 ACL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 ACL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X789 ACL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X789 ACL find?
X789 ACL passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rust at rear neat bumper.

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