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2011 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · KW61 BUS

KW61 BUS

2011 Volkswagen Transporter (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/11/2011. Recorded mileage 131,038 miles. MOT valid until 05/02/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin
2011 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05/02/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
131,038 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05/02/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 3 February 2026 at 131,038 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently met testing standards without recorded defects in the final pass reports. While the history shows initial failures in both 2025 and 2026, the subsequent passes indicate that any mechanical issues identified by the tester were rectified prior to the re-tests. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 115,531 miles and February 2025 at 121,134 miles, the transporter covered 5,603 miles, which is slightly below the annual average. The following year saw 9,904 miles covered before the 2026 test. This suggests a steady usage pattern, which typically reduces the strain on heavy drivetrain components and suspension assemblies compared to high-mileage examples. Despite the clean records on the most recent tests, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody. Given the age of this Transporter, structural corrosion is a primary concern, particularly around the sills, rear mounting points, and artwork arches. The buyer should also check the condition of the way bushes and coil springs, as these are common points of failure on vehicles of this era that may not always trigger an immediate MOT failure until they reach a critical state of wear.

KW61 BUS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2026
  • 131,038 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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KW61 BUS Mileage History

  1. 05/02/2024115,531 mi
  2. 05/02/2025121,134 mi+5,603 mi
  3. 05/02/2025121,134 mi
  4. 03/02/2026131,038 mi+9,904 mi
  5. 03/02/2026131,038 mi

Average of roughly 7,769 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KW61 BUS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 17:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Transporter (KW61 BUS) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY