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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

N470 CDBMOT history

N470 CDB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Jun 1996. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 200,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

N470 CDB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
200,885 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N470 CDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
3 Jun 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

N470 CDB was last recorded at 200,885 miles on 30 May 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,881 miles · 25 May 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 200,885 miles
  • 2023 – 199,989 miles
  • 2022 – 198,815 miles
  • 2020 – 197,699 miles
  • 2019 – 189,612 miles
  • 2018 – 185,555 miles
  • 2017 – 180,876 miles
  • 2016 – 174,490 miles
  • 2015 – 171,057 miles
  • 2014 – 161,906 miles
  • 2013 – 159,684 miles
  • 2012 – 156,967 miles
  • 2010 – 149,514 miles
  • 2009 – 131,666 miles
  • 2008 – 119,375 miles
  • 2007 – 105,386 miles
  • 2006 – 97,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,885 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,885 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    200,885 miles
    Test number
    495525595560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail200,881 miles (+892)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,881 miles
    Test number
    260422201861
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipes above fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded metal brake pipe from front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass199,989 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    199,989 miles
    Test number
    917034380665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail199,977 miles (+1,162)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,977 miles
    Test number
    791107599365
    • DangerousOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass198,815 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    198,815 miles
    Test number
    987971122859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail198,813 miles (+27)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,813 miles
    Test number
    650247064242
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing to chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements can not switch to side light with out head light coming on (4.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osf bottom inner wing to sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail198,786 miles (+1,087)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,786 miles
    Test number
    443603190394
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced suspension mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass197,699 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    197,699 miles
    Test number
    865279190771
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail197,699 miles (+8,087)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,699 miles
    Test number
    456118723083
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass189,612 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    189,612 miles
    Test number
    868804218467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail189,575 miles (+4,020)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,575 miles
    Test number
    365372985130
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass185,555 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    185,555 miles
    Test number
    519225959346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection
  13. Fail185,551 miles (+4,675)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,551 miles
    Test number
    206712755832
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection
  14. Pass180,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    180,876 miles
    Test number
    284060410335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail180,876 miles (+6,386)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,876 miles
    Test number
    659059276568
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
  16. Pass174,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    174,490 miles
    Test number
    751720049665
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail174,490 miles (+3,433)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,490 miles
    Test number
    568544450643
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass171,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    171,057 miles
    Test number
    369585635105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail171,057 miles (+28)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,057 miles
    Test number
    298519225409
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
  20. Fail171,029 miles (+9,123)13 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,029 miles
    Test number
    197290125181
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEmissions wont detect
    • NoteSteering lock not operating?
  21. Pass161,906 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    161,906 miles
    Test number
    729800504122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass159,684 miles (+2,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    159,684 miles
    Test number
    105033103169
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Pass156,967 miles (+7,453)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    156,967 miles
    Test number
    156754292452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail149,514 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,514 miles
    Test number
    321432710339
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  25. Pass149,514 miles (+17,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    149,514 miles
    Test number
    793322910334
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  26. Pass131,666 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    131,666 miles
    Test number
    322163709319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end
  27. Fail131,664 miles (+12,289)9 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,664 miles
    Test number
    261263309309
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end
  28. Pass119,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    119,375 miles
    Test number
    743813408358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail119,375 miles (+7,215)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,375 miles
    Test number
    163931308314
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  30. Pass112,160 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    112,160 miles
    Test number
    202017808136
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar drop link rubber bush slightly worn
  31. Fail112,160 miles (+6,774)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,160 miles
    Test number
    823245008143
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar drop link rubber bush slightly worn
  32. Pass105,386 miles (+7,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    105,386 miles
    Test number
    220762607150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  33. Pass97,861 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    97,861 miles
    Test number
    782761906196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about N470 CDB

Does N470 CDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N470 CDB expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N470 CDB?
The MOT on N470 CDB expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N470 CDB done?
N470 CDB was recorded at 200,885 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 5,681 miles a year.
Has N470 CDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N470 CDB has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2024.
Has the mileage on N470 CDB 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 N470 CDB find?
N470 CDB passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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