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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P627 DODMOT history

P627 DOD is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 243,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

P627 DOD black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
243,851 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P627 DOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P627 DOD was last recorded at 243,851 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,940 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
911 miles
Average per year
3,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 243,851 miles
  • 2025 – 242,940 miles
  • 2024 – 241,637 miles
  • 2023 – 239,191 miles
  • 2022 – 237,055 miles
  • 2021 – 205,066 miles
  • 2019 – 204,721 miles
  • 2018 – 204,014 miles
  • 2017 – 201,554 miles
  • 2016 – 200,852 miles
  • 2015 – 199,852 miles
  • 2014 – 198,309 miles
  • 2013 – 197,089 miles
  • 2012 – 193,694 miles
  • 2011 – 190,282 miles
  • 2010 – 187,850 miles
  • 2009 – 185,254 miles
  • 2008 – 182,627 miles
  • 2007 – 180,381 miles
  • 2006 – 176,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,851 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,851 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    243,851 miles
    Test number
    634757330725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass242,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    242,940 miles
    Test number
    336586340587
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  3. Fail242,940 miles (+1,303)1 dangerous11 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,940 miles
    Test number
    290763042148
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Loose on steering rack track rod threads (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Silencer (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt missing Third row (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing / chassis outer support box section - As yellow chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative Both front and rear (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke limit value information has been tampered with and scratched the value is no longer visible
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backing plate excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass241,637 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    241,637 miles
    Test number
    592504794670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail241,626 miles (+2,435)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,626 miles
    Test number
    702091062100
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass239,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    239,191 miles
    Test number
    322051541573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail239,191 miles (+2,136)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,191 miles
    Test number
    780445204958
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass237,055 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    237,055 miles
    Test number
    608507606473
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail237,055 miles (+31,989)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,055 miles
    Test number
    966114327928
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition sticker in zone b (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass205,066 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    205,066 miles
    Test number
    727566256178
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail205,066 miles (+345)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,066 miles
    Test number
    433937285187
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass204,721 miles (+122)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    204,721 miles
    Test number
    454696448981
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner SILL SECTIONS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE IS BINDING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front CHASSIS SECTION RUSTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INNER WING IS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryOffside SILL STEP IS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS OIL LEAKS
  13. Fail204,599 miles (+585)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,599 miles
    Test number
    259186364413
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner SILL SECTIONS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE IS BINDING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front CHASSIS SECTION RUSTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INNER WING IS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryOffside SILL STEP IS RUSTED
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS OIL LEAKS
  14. Pass204,014 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    204,014 miles
    Test number
    582657500143
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front OUTRIGGER IS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside HEAD LAMP LENS IS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside SILL STEP IS RUSTED AND WEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Fail204,012 miles (+2,458)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,012 miles
    Test number
    120162504951
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front OUTRIGGER IS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside HEAD LAMP LENS IS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside SILL STEP IS RUSTED AND WEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Pass201,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    201,554 miles
    Test number
    825809080288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail201,554 miles (+702)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,554 miles
    Test number
    288283554597
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  18. Pass200,852 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    200,852 miles
    Test number
    847775920922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  19. Fail200,851 miles (+999)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,851 miles
    Test number
    966667631505
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S FRONT BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE AND IS BINDING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  20. Pass199,852 miles (+1,543)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    199,852 miles
    Test number
    285085885418
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Pass198,309 miles (+1,220)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    198,309 miles
    Test number
    737405174123
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront chassis/inner wing slightly corroded both sides
  22. Pass197,089 miles (+3,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    197,089 miles
    Test number
    405311373197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • 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)
  23. Pass193,694 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    193,694 miles
    Test number
    325227662195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Fail193,694 miles (+3,412)1 dangerous1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,694 miles
    Test number
    187876562190
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass190,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    190,282 miles
    Test number
    395899751165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail190,282 miles (+2,432)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,282 miles
    Test number
    167998751160
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  27. Pass187,850 miles (+2,596)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    187,850 miles
    Test number
    661835260184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play n/s and o/s inner rack ball sockets
  28. Pass185,254 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    185,254 miles
    Test number
    283302689423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail185,215 miles (+2,588)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,215 miles
    Test number
    810541989142
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • NoteEzhaust moderatly corroded.
  30. Pass182,627 miles (+2,246)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    182,627 miles
    Test number
    614239978139
    • NoteModerate play in both steering/rack ends.
  31. Pass180,381 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    180,381 miles
    Test number
    803266987166
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteModerate play in both steeringrack/ends.
  32. Fail180,381 miles (+4,273)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,381 miles
    Test number
    811426387170
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteModerate play in both steeringrack/ends.
  33. Pass176,108 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    176,108 miles
    Test number
    982999576123
    • NoteModerate play in both steering rack/ends.
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp lens has been repaired.

Questions about P627 DOD

Does P627 DOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P627 DOD is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P627 DOD?
The MOT on P627 DOD is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P627 DOD done?
P627 DOD was recorded at 243,851 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,400 miles a year.
Has P627 DOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P627 DOD has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P627 DOD 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 P627 DOD find?
P627 DOD passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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