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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

POT 447MOT history

POT 447 is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 272,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

POT 447 red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
272,384 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
POT 447
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

POT 447 was last recorded at 272,384 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 2,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
270,383 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,001 miles
Average per year
10,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 272,384 miles
  • 2023 – 264,291 miles
  • 2022 – 261,975 miles
  • 2021 – 260,162 miles
  • 2020 – 256,337 miles
  • 2019 – 253,227 miles
  • 2017 – 247,176 miles
  • 2016 – 242,876 miles
  • 2015 – 237,117 miles
  • 2014 – 230,336 miles
  • 2013 – 226,382 miles
  • 2011 – 205,068 miles
  • 2010 – 182,981 miles
  • 2009 – 151,383 miles
  • 2008 – 120,615 miles
  • 2007 – 90,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass272,384 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass272,384 miles (+2,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    272,384 miles
    Test number
    767626556163
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass270,383 miles (+6,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    270,383 miles
    Test number
    551817545537
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass264,291 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    264,291 miles
    Test number
    476021064503
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play detected from steering rack
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail264,291 miles (+2,316)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,291 miles
    Test number
    568222621190
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play detected from steering rack
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass261,975 miles (+1,813)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    261,975 miles
    Test number
    326430807379
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack behind gaiter

  6. Pass260,162 miles (+3,825)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    260,162 miles
    Test number
    440627814329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside power steering rigid pipe mounting tab broken but pipe remains secure
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack under gaiter
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass256,337 miles (+3,110)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    256,337 miles
    Test number
    788321774133
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass253,227 miles (+3,460)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    253,227 miles
    Test number
    169431497655
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering system behind rack gaiter area detected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust silencers deteriorating

  9. Pass249,767 miles (+2,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    249,767 miles
    Test number
    524776363405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass247,176 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    247,176 miles
    Test number
    926042379347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass242,876 miles (+5,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    242,876 miles
    Test number
    106899929968
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust in poor condition

  12. Pass237,117 miles (+6,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    237,117 miles
    Test number
    961904559235
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass230,336 miles (+3,954)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    230,336 miles
    Test number
    468826244442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass226,382 miles (+6,972)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    226,382 miles
    Test number
    425982653325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass219,410 miles (+34)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    219,410 miles
    Test number
    767963503064
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail219,376 miles (+14,308)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,376 miles
    Test number
    177652403474
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass205,068 miles (+22,087)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    205,068 miles
    Test number
    825965651357
    • NoteADVISE N/S and O/S front tyres wearing low @ 4mm
    • NoteADVISE N/S front brake flexi pipe has cracking to rubber NO cord showing

  18. Pass182,981 miles (+31,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    182,981 miles
    Test number
    463317040374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass151,383 miles (+30,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    151,383 miles
    Test number
    741543119331
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass120,615 miles (+30,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    120,615 miles
    Test number
    343521108333
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass90,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    90,569 miles
    Test number
    743552197269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about POT 447

What vehicle is registration POT 447 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show POT 447 on a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Oct 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does POT 447 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on POT 447 is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on POT 447?
The MOT on POT 447 is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has POT 447 done?
POT 447 was recorded at 272,384 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 10,012 miles a year.
Has POT 447 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. POT 447 has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on POT 447 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 POT 447 find?
POT 447 passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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