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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X86 EFLMOT history

X86 EFL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 210,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

X86 EFL grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2024
Mileage
210,159 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X86 EFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X86 EFL was last recorded at 210,159 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,112 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
7,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,159 miles
  • 2023 – 210,112 miles
  • 2022 – 210,094 miles
  • 2021 – 206,814 miles
  • 2020 – 205,677 miles
  • 2019 – 203,018 miles
  • 2018 – 200,724 miles
  • 2017 – 181,020 miles
  • 2016 – 166,109 miles
  • 2015 – 155,390 miles
  • 2014 – 140,011 miles
  • 2013 – 136,303 miles
  • 2012 – 129,657 miles
  • 2011 – 125,872 miles
  • 2010 – 118,666 miles
  • 2009 – 105,877 miles
  • 2008 – 90,737 miles
  • 2007 – 73,409 miles
  • 2005 – 57,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail210,159 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member by exhaust mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Spare wheel defective
  • AdvisoryCentral Hand brake cable return spring missing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle covered in under seal

What MOT failures 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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail210,159 miles (+47)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,159 miles
    Test number
    656498308863
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member by exhaust mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Spare wheel defective
    • AdvisoryCentral Hand brake cable return spring missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle covered in under seal

  2. Pass210,112 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,112 miles
    Test number
    421927935196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Fail210,094 miles (+3,280)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,094 miles
    Test number
    243251724183
    • MajorCentral Front Brake pipe excessively corroded By fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded After flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded After flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass206,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    206,814 miles
    Test number
    680759070017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail206,814 miles (+1,137)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,814 miles
    Test number
    712301602075
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass205,677 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    205,677 miles
    Test number
    682595935080
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front and rear suspension arms
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear inner arches

  7. Fail205,607 miles (+2,589)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,607 miles
    Test number
    553877789168
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s and n/s wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s and n/s door steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass203,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    203,018 miles
    Test number
    959565376612
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material two front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail203,018 miles (+2,294)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,018 miles
    Test number
    983369282345
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s ans n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s inners (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass200,724 miles (+19,704)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    200,724 miles
    Test number
    636171522896
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass181,020 miles (+14,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    181,020 miles
    Test number
    223431064544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass166,109 miles (+10,719)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    166,109 miles
    Test number
    231390423715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass155,390 miles (+15,379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    155,390 miles
    Test number
    609120525172
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack ends

  14. Pass140,011 miles (+3,708)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    140,011 miles
    Test number
    687476624246
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass136,303 miles (+6,646)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    136,303 miles
    Test number
    719329923245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass129,657 miles (+3,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    129,657 miles
    Test number
    839931832237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass125,872 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    125,872 miles
    Test number
    818317631259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,666 miles (+12)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    118,666 miles
    Test number
    360699780178
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBOTH SIDES FRONT BRAKE DISC,S SLIGHTLY WORN
    • NoteBOTH SIDES FRONT FLEXY BRAKE HOSES CRACKING WITH AGE

  19. Fail118,654 miles (+12,777)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,654 miles
    Test number
    374301380184
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBOTH SIDES FRONT BRAKE DISC,S SLIGHTLY WORN
    • NoteBOTH SIDES FRONT FLEXY BRAKE HOSES CRACKING WITH AGE

  20. Pass105,877 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    105,877 miles
    Test number
    254322779056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,749 miles (+15,012)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,749 miles
    Test number
    271420579092
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass90,737 miles (+17,328)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    273818768097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail73,409 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    114813017446
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass73,409 miles (+15,747)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    353933717029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,662 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,662 miles
    Test number
    171136455232
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass57,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    57,662 miles
    Test number
    424166355204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X86 EFL

Does X86 EFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X86 EFL expired on 30 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X86 EFL?
The MOT on X86 EFL expired on 30 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X86 EFL done?
X86 EFL was recorded at 210,159 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 7,784 miles a year.
Has X86 EFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X86 EFL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X86 EFL 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 X86 EFL find?
X86 EFL failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch area; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member by exhaust mounting; offside rear inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area, and 10 more.

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