
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T103 SBDMOT history
T103 SBD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 225,918 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 7 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 225,918 mi
- At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 7,070 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T103 SBD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 1 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Jun 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T103 SBD was last recorded at 225,918 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 4,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 220,925 miles · 8 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,993 miles
- Average per year
- 7,070 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 225,918 miles
- 2025 – 220,925 miles
- 2024 – 215,862 miles
- 2023 – 210,332 miles
- 2021 – 207,587 miles
- 2020 – 204,760 miles
- 2019 – 200,134 miles
- 2018 – 194,666 miles
- 2017 – 190,058 miles
- 2016 – 189,642 miles
- 2015 – 187,739 miles
- 2014 – 175,740 miles
- 2013 – 159,005 miles
- 2012 – 149,676 miles
- 2011 – 143,012 miles
- 2010 – 133,168 miles
- 2009 – 123,600 miles
- 2008 – 109,992 miles
- 2007 – 94,683 miles
- 2006 – 82,310 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen nearside and offside (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2024
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024
Full MOT history
28 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail225,918 miles (+4,993)1 dangerous8 major3 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 225,918 miles
- Test number
- 697943087407
- DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen nearside and offside (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass220,925 miles (+10)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 220,925 miles
- Test number
- 151935711379
- AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail220,915 miles (+5,053)3 dangerous1 major2 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,915 miles
- Test number
- 231549033394
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut In between Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing Smooth on Edge, Cracks In-between Tread, Tread Depth 4mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Depth 2.4mm, Damage to Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass215,862 miles (+5,530)2 minor16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 215,862 miles
- Test number
- 939732787092
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass210,332 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 210,332 miles
- Test number
- 794309720009
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail210,332 miles (+2,745)2 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,332 miles
- Test number
- 192603012327
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass207,587 miles (+2,827)2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 207,587 miles
- Test number
- 276242458790
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySlight corrosion noted to nearside rear sill drain hole
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
Pass204,760 miles (+4,626)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 204,760 miles
- Test number
- 245852404916
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass200,134 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 200,134 miles
- Test number
- 905369962922
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechips In Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail200,134 miles (+5,468)1 repaired1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,134 miles
- Test number
- 472875808218
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechips In Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass194,666 miles (+4,608)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 194,666 miles
- Test number
- 152355735604
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle
- AdvisoryVery slight oil leak
Pass190,058 miles (+416)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 190,058 miles
- Test number
- 596407827491
- AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass189,642 miles (+17)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 189,642 miles
- Test number
- 524121046221
- AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE RUSTY
- AdvisoryOIL LIGHT IS FLASHING
- AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE RUSTY
- AdvisorySCREW IN THE N/S REAR TYRE
Fail189,625 miles (+1,886)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 189,625 miles
- Test number
- 122179999458
- FailureEmissions not tested DUE TO EXHAUST BEING BROKEN (7.3.A.1)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE PIPE TO CAT CONVERTER IS BROKEN (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE RUSTY
- AdvisoryOIL LIGHT IS FLASHING
- AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE RUSTY
- AdvisorySCREW IN THE N/S REAR TYRE
Pass187,739 miles (+11,999)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2016
- Odometer
- 187,739 miles
- Test number
- 338929435163
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOil level low
Pass175,740 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 175,740 miles
- Test number
- 127819974006
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NotePlay steering offside & nearside
Fail175,740 miles (+16,735)9 failures2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,740 miles
- Test number
- 417976874083
- FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine coolant low & engine oil below minimum level,oil & water added
- NotePlay steering offside & nearside
- NotePower steering fluid level on minimum in reservoir
Pass159,005 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 159,005 miles
- Test number
- 209747873030
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear brake discs corroded on inner surface
Fail159,005 miles (+9,329)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,005 miles
- Test number
- 616135173087
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear brake discs corroded on inner surface
Pass149,676 miles (+6)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 149,676 miles
- Test number
- 555503052084
- NoteChip in screen, gearbox leaking oil, drivers door handle external and internal handles stiff
Fail149,670 miles (+6,658)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,670 miles
- Test number
- 655772052072
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteChip in screen, gearbox leaking oil, drivers door handle external and internal handles stiff
Pass143,012 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 143,012 miles
- Test number
- 349212851090
- NoteChip in screen
Fail143,012 miles (+9,844)1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,012 miles
- Test number
- 699502051014
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteChip in screen
Pass133,168 miles (+9,568)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 133,168 miles
- Test number
- 114900450039
- NoteBrake pedal is spongey,front antiroll bar links and bushes worn
Pass123,600 miles (+13,608)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 123,600 miles
- Test number
- 164683469456
- NoteFront washers are high, near side front tyre is on the legal limit, rear brake pads are low
Pass109,992 miles (+15,309)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 109,992 miles
- Test number
- 642486558057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,683 miles (+12,373)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 94,683 miles
- Test number
- 822373757084
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,310 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 82,310 miles
- Test number
- 113325856400
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T103 SBD
- Does T103 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T103 SBD expired on 7 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T103 SBD?
- The MOT on T103 SBD expired on 7 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T103 SBD done?
- T103 SBD was recorded at 225,918 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 7,070 miles a year.
- Has T103 SBD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T103 SBD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on T103 SBD 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 T103 SBD find?
- T103 SBD failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 3 defects repaired at the test and 4 advisories: nearside rear upper shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle, and 13 more.
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