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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X796 HBYMOT history

X796 HBY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 242,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

X796 HBY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
242,310 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X796 HBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X796 HBY was last recorded at 242,310 miles on 15 May 2025, 11,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,535 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
11,775 miles
Average per year
9,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,310 miles
  • 2024 – 230,535 miles
  • 2023 – 217,215 miles
  • 2022 – 205,833 miles
  • 2021 – 193,946 miles
  • 2019 – 180,779 miles
  • 2017 – 161,307 miles
  • 2016 – 147,087 miles
  • 2015 – 134,114 miles
  • 2014 – 122,327 miles
  • 2013 – 111,791 miles
  • 2012 – 101,815 miles
  • 2011 – 92,274 miles
  • 2010 – 83,618 miles
  • 2008 – 72,696 miles
  • 2007 – 63,936 miles
  • 2006 – 56,197 miles
  • 2005 – 48,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad low warning wire broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related cracking
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing age related cracking DOT marked 43/18
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various dampness areas engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component dampness around nearside and offside steering rack gaiters (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated and slightly loose on mounting fixings
  • AdvisoryPower steering heavy and noise from pump area but functioning
  • AdvisorySteering rack contains slight free play
  • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes deteriorated and contain slight play

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front brake pad warning wire broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,310 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    242,310 miles
    Test number
    552863239283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad low warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing age related cracking DOT marked 43/18
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various dampness areas engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component dampness around nearside and offside steering rack gaiters (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated and slightly loose on mounting fixings
    • AdvisoryPower steering heavy and noise from pump area but functioning
    • AdvisorySteering rack contains slight free play
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes deteriorated and contain slight play
  2. Fail242,310 miles (+11,775)6 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,310 miles
    Test number
    161163933414
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad low warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing age related cracking DOT marked 43/18
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various dampness areas engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component dampness around nearside and offside steering rack gaiters (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated and slightly loose on mounting fixings
    • AdvisoryPower steering heavy and noise from pump area but functioning
    • AdvisorySteering rack contains slight free play
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes deteriorated and contain slight play
  3. Pass230,535 miles (+2)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    230,535 miles
    Test number
    769727050942
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch and lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp lense slightly deteriorated cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related deterioration DOT marked 49/04 advise attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch and lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area lower area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing the screen
    • AdvisoryNoise from power steering system suspect pump and slightly heavy in operation
  4. Fail230,533 miles (+13,318)1 dangerous9 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,533 miles
    Test number
    451429906822
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached securing bracket snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and mounting bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe near area of mounting bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to above headlight defect listed (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch and lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp lense slightly deteriorated cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related deterioration DOT marked 49/04 advise attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch and lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area lower area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing the screen
    • AdvisoryNoise from power steering system suspect pump and slightly heavy in operation
  5. Pass217,215 miles (+11,382)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    217,215 miles
    Test number
    370924549856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass205,833 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    205,833 miles
    Test number
    126114432996
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail205,828 miles (+11,882)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,828 miles
    Test number
    944334700970
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure aim not tested (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure aim not tested (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass193,946 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    193,946 miles
    Test number
    381008447966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s step sills have corrosion.
  9. Fail193,942 miles (+13,163)1 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,942 miles
    Test number
    527963628455
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested to smokey to test and temperature gauge started to rise. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront roll bar d bushes are worn.
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s step sills have corrosion.
  10. Pass180,779 miles (+19,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    180,779 miles
    Test number
    919565020634
    • AdvisoryO/s/f drop link bush poor
  11. Pass161,307 miles (+14,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    161,307 miles
    Test number
    305418689059
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
  12. Pass147,087 miles (+12,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    147,087 miles
    Test number
    583448544539
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside front bottom ball joint cover perishing
  13. Pass134,114 miles (+11,787)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    134,114 miles
    Test number
    150812896093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,327 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,327 miles
    Test number
    395034744496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,326 miles (+10,535)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,326 miles
    Test number
    215898034297
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroding
  16. Pass111,791 miles (+9,976)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,791 miles
    Test number
    985007193145
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteWelding repairs to exhaust
  17. Pass101,815 miles (+9,541)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,815 miles
    Test number
    416629952101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre scuffing on sidewall
    • NoteTemp repair to offside door mirror
  18. Pass92,274 miles (+8,656)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,274 miles
    Test number
    985678931145
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to rear loading doors
    • NoteTape repair offside front indicator lens
    • NoteWelding repairs carried out to exhaust
  19. Pass83,618 miles (+10,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    712871620149
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail72,696 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,696 miles
    Test number
    411731248322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass72,696 miles (+8,760)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    72,696 miles
    Test number
    954261248384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,936 miles (+7,739)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,936 miles
    Test number
    233946907311
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres heavily cut,scuffed and perished
    • NoteOffside front bottom ball joint grease boot split
    • NoteOffside rear wing damaged
  23. Pass56,197 miles (+7,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,197 miles
    Test number
    422857106379
    • 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)
  24. Pass48,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    48,809 miles
    Test number
    170744585214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X796 HBY

Does X796 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X796 HBY expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X796 HBY?
The MOT on X796 HBY expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X796 HBY done?
X796 HBY was recorded at 242,310 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 9,877 miles a year.
Has X796 HBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X796 HBY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X796 HBY 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 X796 HBY find?
X796 HBY passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 17 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front brake pad low warning wire broken; nearside front wheel arch and lower outer sill corroded, and 14 more.

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