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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T13 DLMMOT history

T13 DLM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 210,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
210,207 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 DLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T13 DLM was last recorded at 210,207 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,190 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
6,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,207 miles
  • 2025 – 209,603 miles
  • 2024 – 209,118 miles
  • 2023 – 207,513 miles
  • 2022 – 202,476 miles
  • 2021 – 201,340 miles
  • 2020 – 199,255 miles
  • 2019 – 192,656 miles
  • 2018 – 185,966 miles
  • 2017 – 178,859 miles
  • 2016 – 171,102 miles
  • 2015 – 163,287 miles
  • 2014 – 151,291 miles
  • 2013 – 141,202 miles
  • 2012 – 129,794 miles
  • 2010 – 122,797 miles
  • 2009 – 116,259 miles
  • 2008 – 108,858 miles
  • 2007 – 101,863 miles
  • 2005 – 87,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,207 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,207 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    210,207 miles
    Test number
    221887426031
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail210,190 miles (+587)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,190 miles
    Test number
    988944530510
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass209,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    209,603 miles
    Test number
    303363770741
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail209,601 miles (+483)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,601 miles
    Test number
    336186911075
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass209,118 miles (+1,605)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    209,118 miles
    Test number
    996508341337
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inside door handle missing but attachment still working and able to open door from inside
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass207,513 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    207,513 miles
    Test number
    543486372242
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  7. Fail207,510 miles (+16)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,510 miles
    Test number
    887761350526
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  8. Fail207,494 miles (+507)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,494 miles
    Test number
    633645298064
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail206,987 miles (+4,511)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,987 miles
    Test number
    796985160799
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass202,476 miles (+1,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    202,476 miles
    Test number
    221400249613
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass201,340 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    201,340 miles
    Test number
    204281647727
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail201,335 miles (+2,080)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,335 miles
    Test number
    137702449803
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass199,255 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    199,255 miles
    Test number
    299549981163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail199,253 miles (+6,597)3 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,253 miles
    Test number
    253296609046
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass192,656 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    192,656 miles
    Test number
    711859048353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail192,654 miles (+6,688)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,654 miles
    Test number
    217174024974
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  17. Pass185,966 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    185,966 miles
    Test number
    663884855492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail185,966 miles (+7,107)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,966 miles
    Test number
    732280753986
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass178,859 miles (+7,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    178,859 miles
    Test number
    389979480003
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play in

  20. Pass171,102 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    171,102 miles
    Test number
    216281944814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack ends

  21. Fail171,071 miles (+7,784)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,071 miles
    Test number
    623674520414
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack ends

  22. Pass163,287 miles (+137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    163,287 miles
    Test number
    349742365038
    • NoteDamage to front panel/body

  23. Fail163,150 miles (+11,859)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,150 miles
    Test number
    388997555076
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass151,291 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    151,291 miles
    Test number
    505231314044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake Warning Light on Dash
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Fail151,291 miles (+10,089)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,291 miles
    Test number
    509361314086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake Warning Light on Dash
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Pass141,202 miles (+1)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    141,202 miles
    Test number
    429815313062
    • NoteFront flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • NoteO/s rack end joint has slight play
    • NoteO/s/ mirror is damaged

  27. Fail141,201 miles (+11,407)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,201 miles
    Test number
    729704813070
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • NoteO/s rack end joint has slight play
    • NoteO/s/ mirror is damaged

  28. Pass129,794 miles (+6,997)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    129,794 miles
    Test number
    155943612099
    • NoteOs mirror cracked

  29. Pass122,797 miles (+6,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    122,797 miles
    Test number
    523453160319
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  30. Fail116,259 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,259 miles
    Test number
    541523169310
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Pass116,259 miles (+7,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    116,259 miles
    Test number
    782433469314
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  32. Pass108,858 miles (+6,995)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    108,858 miles
    Test number
    682204468369
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBRAKE WARNING LAMP ON DASH STAYING ON
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  33. Pass101,863 miles (+6,705)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    101,863 miles
    Test number
    151401667339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass95,158 miles (+7,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    95,158 miles
    Test number
    310809727069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  35. Pass87,770 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    87,770 miles
    Test number
    600632365397
    • NoteBrake pad wear light comes on occaisionally.

Questions about T13 DLM

Does T13 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T13 DLM is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T13 DLM?
The MOT on T13 DLM is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T13 DLM done?
T13 DLM was recorded at 210,207 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,056 miles a year.
Has T13 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 DLM has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T13 DLM 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 T13 DLM find?
T13 DLM passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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