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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 1,896 cc

M533 BLBMOT history

M533 BLB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 245,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

M533 BLB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2024
Mileage
245,693 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M533 BLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
20 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M533 BLB was last recorded at 245,693 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 1,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,566 miles · 10 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,127 miles
Average per year
5,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 245,693 miles
  • 2022 – 244,566 miles
  • 2021 – 240,682 miles
  • 2020 – 238,045 miles
  • 2019 – 232,030 miles
  • 2018 – 220,020 miles
  • 2017 – 207,495 miles
  • 2016 – 205,575 miles
  • 2015 – 195,393 miles
  • 2014 – 182,470 miles
  • 2012 – 175,478 miles
  • 2010 – 175,260 miles
  • 2008 – 169,324 miles
  • 2007 – 159,165 miles
  • 2006 – 150,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,693 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front bumper outriggers and n/s wheel arch to sill.

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.

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • O/s/f, n/s/f outriggers rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,693 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    245,693 miles
    Test number
    871610233980
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front bumper outriggers and n/s wheel arch to sill.

  2. Fail245,693 miles (+1,127)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,693 miles
    Test number
    842562788628
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front bumper outriggers and n/s wheel arch to sill.

  3. Pass244,566 miles (+3,884)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    244,566 miles
    Test number
    933797566917
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to n/s outer sill and o/s and n/s front bumper outriggers

  4. Pass240,682 miles (+2,637)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    240,682 miles
    Test number
    650002841099
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s front outrigger/inner wheel arch

  5. Pass238,045 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    238,045 miles
    Test number
    874330438783
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail238,045 miles (+6,015)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,045 miles
    Test number
    181899174259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass232,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    232,030 miles
    Test number
    271816519905
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f outriggers rusted

  8. Fail232,030 miles (+12,010)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,030 miles
    Test number
    298408987731
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s/f, n/s/f inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f outriggers rusted

  9. Pass220,020 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    220,020 miles
    Test number
    171170701917
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s, n/s inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f outriggers

  10. Fail220,018 miles (+12,523)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,018 miles
    Test number
    388218242534
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 87% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s, n/s inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f, n/s/f outriggers

  11. Pass207,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    207,495 miles
    Test number
    881743241653
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s, n/s inner and outer sills. o/s/f, n/s/f outriggers (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusting

  12. Fail207,495 miles (+1,920)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,495 miles
    Test number
    704855321483
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s, n/s inner and outer sills. o/s/f, n/s/f outriggers (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusting

  13. Pass205,575 miles (+10,182)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    205,575 miles
    Test number
    926066619078
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEmits some smoke from exhaust
    • AdvisorySqueak from n/s/f steering / suspension

  14. Pass195,393 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    195,393 miles
    Test number
    787880695004
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail195,391 miles (+12,921)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,391 miles
    Test number
    995399585080
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureCoil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass182,470 miles (+6,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    182,470 miles
    Test number
    269626784028
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass175,478 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    175,478 miles
    Test number
    746904132329
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  18. Fail175,476 miles (+216)1 dangerous6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,476 miles
    Test number
    406216822386
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f outriggers and o/s/f inner wheel arch rusting

  19. Pass175,260 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    175,260 miles
    Test number
    283817390021
    • NoteAdvise horn seperate switch not releasing to off
    • NoteDrivers door mirror temp glass fitted
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak rear box inter pipe
    • NoteVarious stone chips in windscreen

  20. Fail175,260 miles (+186)3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,260 miles
    Test number
    920217890048
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteAdvise horn seperate switch not releasing to off
    • NoteDrivers door mirror temp glass fitted
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak rear box inter pipe
    • NoteVarious stone chips in windscreen

  21. Fail175,074 miles (+5,750)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,074 miles
    Test number
    412210990042
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass169,324 miles (+10,159)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    169,324 miles
    Test number
    131567148389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass159,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    159,165 miles
    Test number
    671489997248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail159,165 miles (+8,870)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,165 miles
    Test number
    803347997226
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDirection indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass150,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    150,295 miles
    Test number
    951075836349
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about M533 BLB

Does M533 BLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M533 BLB expired on 18 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M533 BLB?
The MOT on M533 BLB expired on 18 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M533 BLB done?
M533 BLB was recorded at 245,693 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 5,628 miles a year.
Has M533 BLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M533 BLB has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on M533 BLB 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 M533 BLB find?
M533 BLB passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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