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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T15 SEWMOT history

T15 SEW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 162,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
162,885 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T15 SEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T15 SEW was last recorded at 162,885 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 3,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,349 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,536 miles
Average per year
7,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,885 miles
  • 2025 – 159,349 miles
  • 2024 – 154,786 miles
  • 2022 – 153,358 miles
  • 2021 – 149,125 miles
  • 2019 – 138,098 miles
  • 2018 – 128,693 miles
  • 2017 – 122,722 miles
  • 2016 – 112,032 miles
  • 2015 – 98,736 miles
  • 2014 – 85,223 miles
  • 2013 – 75,485 miles
  • 2012 – 54,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,885 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe slightly insecure
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front spring turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/s and o/s outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Over various sections of underbody (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,885 miles (+3,536)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    162,885 miles
    Test number
    442326418707
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front spring turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/s and o/s outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Over various sections of underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass159,349 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    159,349 miles
    Test number
    531311775656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail159,346 miles (+4,560)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,346 miles
    Test number
    896095274664
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexy on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass154,786 miles (+1,428)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    154,786 miles
    Test number
    608136870317
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass153,358 miles (+4,233)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,358 miles
    Test number
    948310618826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at both front spring turrets
    • AdvisoryCorrosion over parts of floor
    • AdvisoryCorrosion over parts of underbody
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass149,125 miles (+11,027)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,125 miles
    Test number
    817621686137
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut bearing stiff
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion over whole underbody

  7. Pass138,098 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    138,098 miles
    Test number
    480541480488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,083 miles (+9,390)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,083 miles
    Test number
    373210730114
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass128,693 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    128,693 miles
    Test number
    746307268517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,722 miles (+10,690)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,722 miles
    Test number
    959982265926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,032 miles (+13,296)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,032 miles
    Test number
    432817635034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,736 miles (+13,513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,736 miles
    Test number
    198946675409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,223 miles (+9,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,223 miles
    Test number
    875195164042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail75,485 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,485 miles
    Test number
    125099773421
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass75,485 miles (+21,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,485 miles
    Test number
    616019673054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass54,041 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,041 miles
    Test number
    145702362035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,765 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,765 miles
    Test number
    766450262042
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T15 SEW

Does T15 SEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T15 SEW is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T15 SEW?
The MOT on T15 SEW is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T15 SEW done?
T15 SEW was recorded at 162,885 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 7,561 miles a year.
Has T15 SEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T15 SEW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T15 SEW 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 T15 SEW find?
T15 SEW passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; exhaust silencer outer skin corroded, and 10 more.

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