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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T18 DCAMOT history

T18 DCA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 125,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2025
Mileage
125,858 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 DCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 DCA was last recorded at 125,858 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jun 2012: 144,930 miles, lower than 265,999 miles on 24 May 2011.
  • 11 Jun 2015: 88,285 miles, lower than 201,849 miles on 20 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
125,850 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,858 miles
  • 2023 – 117,340 miles
  • 2022 – 113,936 miles
  • 2021 – 113,673 miles
  • 2020 – 112,332 miles
  • 2018 – 111,197 miles
  • 2017 – 104,617 miles
  • 2016 – 101,899 miles
  • 2015 – 88,289 miles
  • 2014 – 201,849 miles
  • 2013 – 176,847 miles
  • 2012 – 144,930 miles
  • 2011 – 265,999 miles
  • 2010 – 221,362 miles
  • 2009 – 161,291 miles
  • 2008 – 91,217 miles
  • 2007 – 12,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,858 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Service brake excessively fluctuating

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,858 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,858 miles
    Test number
    476385675955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,850 miles (+8,510)1 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,850 miles
    Test number
    253785271848
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure

  3. Pass117,340 miles (+3,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,340 miles
    Test number
    541132199210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,936 miles (+263)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,936 miles
    Test number
    720979703198
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,673 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,673 miles
    Test number
    907350410674
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail113,672 miles (+1,340)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,672 miles
    Test number
    612140395278
    • MajorFront Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,332 miles (+35)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,332 miles
    Test number
    574842590307
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Fail112,297 miles (+1,100)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,297 miles
    Test number
    646435732530
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass111,197 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,197 miles
    Test number
    237026414878
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides at rear to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail111,197 miles (+6,580)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,197 miles
    Test number
    870499598762
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides at rear to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass104,617 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,617 miles
    Test number
    318792467612
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper strut tops bearings slightly rough
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing

  12. Fail104,617 miles (+2,718)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,617 miles
    Test number
    975630359342
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper strut tops bearings slightly rough
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing

  13. Pass101,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,899 miles
    Test number
    451673211196
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail101,899 miles (+13,610)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,899 miles
    Test number
    161693305202
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass88,289 miles (+4)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    88,289 miles
    Test number
    755956365191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust systum in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail88,285 miles (-113,564)8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,285 miles
    Test number
    535112465196
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust systum in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass201,849 miles (+25,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    201,849 miles
    Test number
    829721174119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass176,847 miles (+31,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    176,847 miles
    Test number
    599752353158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass144,930 miles (-121,069)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    144,930 miles
    Test number
    278519752161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass265,999 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    265,999 miles
    Test number
    208174141473
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs worn
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f tie rod

  21. Fail265,999 miles (+44,637)1 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,999 miles
    Test number
    955374541162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs worn
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f tie rod

  22. Pass221,362 miles (+511)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    221,362 miles
    Test number
    571788450195
    • NoteO/s rear tyre close to the limit on inner edge

  23. Fail220,851 miles (+59,560)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,851 miles
    Test number
    234745950153
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre close to the limit on inner edge

  24. Pass161,291 miles (+70,074)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    161,291 miles
    Test number
    110604559115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass91,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    91,217 miles
    Test number
    281779568151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,217 miles (+79,042)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,217 miles
    Test number
    823829468194
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass12,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,175 miles
    Test number
    243731177401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T18 DCA

Does T18 DCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T18 DCA expired on 28 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T18 DCA?
The MOT on T18 DCA expired on 28 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T18 DCA done?
T18 DCA was recorded at 125,858 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 6,516 miles a year.
Has T18 DCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 DCA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T18 DCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T18 DCA find?
T18 DCA passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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