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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T12 SASMOT history

T12 SAS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 124,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,535 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 SAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 SAS was last recorded at 124,535 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 3,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,586 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,949 miles
Average per year
5,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,535 miles
  • 2024 – 120,586 miles
  • 2023 – 116,628 miles
  • 2022 – 112,263 miles
  • 2021 – 106,784 miles
  • 2020 – 101,684 miles
  • 2019 – 97,666 miles
  • 2018 – 90,257 miles
  • 2017 – 81,015 miles
  • 2016 – 72,883 miles
  • 2015 – 57,796 miles
  • 2014 – 47,766 miles
  • 2013 – 41,307 miles
  • 2012 – 32,141 miles
  • 2011 – 28,620 miles
  • 2010 – 28,087 miles
  • 2009 – 25,973 miles
  • 2008 – 24,480 miles
  • 2007 – 20,642 miles
  • 2006 – 16,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,535 miles
  • 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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body panel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,535 miles (+3,949)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,535 miles
    Test number
    876873390720
    • 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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass120,586 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,586 miles
    Test number
    676236552703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail120,586 miles (+3,958)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,586 miles
    Test number
    752819460017
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass116,628 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,628 miles
    Test number
    823013647873
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper support corroded

  5. Fail116,628 miles (+4,365)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,628 miles
    Test number
    161881848560
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper support corroded

  6. Pass112,263 miles (+5,479)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,263 miles
    Test number
    527454941458
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre outer body panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass106,784 miles (+25)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,784 miles
    Test number
    808572571977
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body panel corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  8. Fail106,759 miles (+5,075)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,759 miles
    Test number
    329252251221
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/70r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body panel corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  9. Pass101,684 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,684 miles
    Test number
    880154121020
    • DangerousNearside Sliding (load space) door can come off runners when opened but can be secured in the closed position
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail101,684 miles (+4,018)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,684 miles
    Test number
    462406842873
    • DangerousNearside Sliding (load space) door can come off runners when opened but can be secured in the closed position
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass97,666 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,666 miles
    Test number
    540296981051
    • DangerousNearside Sliding door falls out of runners, but does remain closed when latched
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail97,655 miles (+7,398)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,655 miles
    Test number
    998127361549
    • DangerousNearside Sliding door falls out of runners, but does remain closed when latched
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned Under hub cap (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass90,257 miles (+9,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,257 miles
    Test number
    408548921704
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has slight age related cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass81,015 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,015 miles
    Test number
    757103598584
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke on tickover from exhaust

  15. Fail81,015 miles (+8,132)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,015 miles
    Test number
    458591122731
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke on tickover from exhaust

  16. Pass72,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,883 miles
    Test number
    247587135729
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside door latch needs attention
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail72,883 miles (+15,087)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,883 miles
    Test number
    952335686124
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside door latch needs attention
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass57,796 miles (+10,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,796 miles
    Test number
    660069047495
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  19. Pass47,766 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,766 miles
    Test number
    339659874420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCuts & scuffing to nearside front tyre - low depth & cracking to offside front tyre - 3mm
    • NoteWear to all brake discs

  20. Fail47,762 miles (+6,455)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,762 miles
    Test number
    866726374243
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCuts & scuffing to nearside front tyre - low depth & cracking to offside front tyre - 3mm
    • NoteWear to all brake discs

  21. Pass41,307 miles (+9,166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,307 miles
    Test number
    459267663266
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass32,141 miles (+3,521)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    32,141 miles
    Test number
    829338472288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust condition

  23. Pass28,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,620 miles
    Test number
    775806671289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,620 miles (+533)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,620 miles
    Test number
    358023971451
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass28,087 miles (+2,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,087 miles
    Test number
    891814970205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass25,973 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,973 miles
    Test number
    504369319291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,480 miles
    Test number
    474616808215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,480 miles (+3,838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,480 miles
    Test number
    751696608246
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  29. Pass20,642 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,642 miles
    Test number
    994511217272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail20,570 miles (+3,907)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,570 miles
    Test number
    590506407202
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass16,663 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,663 miles
    Test number
    874075906255
    • NoteNail on o/s/r tyre tread

Questions about T12 SAS

Does T12 SAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 SAS is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T12 SAS?
The MOT on T12 SAS is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 SAS done?
T12 SAS was recorded at 124,535 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,592 miles a year.
Has T12 SAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 SAS has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T12 SAS 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 T12 SAS find?
T12 SAS passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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