
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc
T21 KDBMOT history
T21 KDB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 247,491 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 247,491 mi
- At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 21 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 10,274 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T21 KDB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 13 Nov 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T21 KDB was last recorded at 247,491 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 247,388 miles · 8 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 103 miles
- Average per year
- 10,274 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 247,491 miles
- 2025 – 240,476 miles
- 2024 – 233,409 miles
- 2023 – 230,740 miles
- 2022 – 226,669 miles
- 2021 – 225,462 miles
- 2020 – 223,072 miles
- 2019 – 214,379 miles
- 2018 – 190,217 miles
- 2017 – 167,445 miles
- 2016 – 147,402 miles
- 2015 – 121,779 miles
- 2014 – 114,696 miles
- 2013 – 106,853 miles
- 2012 – 98,913 miles
- 2011 – 89,496 miles
- 2010 – 79,243 miles
- 2009 – 71,269 miles
- 2008 – 64,063 miles
- 2007 – 54,528 miles
- 2006 – 43,475 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly soft when testing rear brakes
- AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside of vehicle, boot floor etc but not structural
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion to driver's door step, not structural and not within 30cm of seatbelt anchor point but close.
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
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.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Nearside Rear Wheel arch body panel deteriorated/signs of previous cosmetic repair but not exposing sharp edge(s) at time of test
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower chassis leg/jacking point
Advisory2 MOTs, 2026
Full MOT history
33 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass247,491 miles (+103)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 247,491 miles
- Test number
- 796315177424
- AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly soft when testing rear brakes
- AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside of vehicle, boot floor etc but not structural
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion to driver's door step, not structural and not within 30cm of seatbelt anchor point but close.
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
Fail247,388 miles (+42)1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 247,388 miles
- Test number
- 269346263847
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch body panel deteriorated/signs of previous cosmetic repair but not exposing sharp edge(s) at time of test
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower chassis leg/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail247,346 miles (+6,870)5 major13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 247,346 miles
- Test number
- 794082405139
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch body panel deteriorated/signs of previous cosmetic repair but not exposing sharp edge(s) at time of test
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower chassis leg/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass240,476 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 240,476 miles
- Test number
- 461131132815
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear floor rusty and holed
Fail240,468 miles (+7,059)2 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,468 miles
- Test number
- 109908357376
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear floor rusty and holed
Pass233,409 miles (+2,669)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 233,409 miles
- Test number
- 918737621196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass230,740 miles (+4,071)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 230,740 miles
- Test number
- 449305504781
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass226,669 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 226,669 miles
- Test number
- 443834274076
- AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Fail226,669 miles (+1,207)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 226,669 miles
- Test number
- 277448823902
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Pass225,462 miles (+2,390)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 225,462 miles
- Test number
- 202026239651
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass223,072 miles (+11)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 223,072 miles
- Test number
- 133122736646
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail223,061 miles (+8,682)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 223,061 miles
- Test number
- 227978590173
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
Pass214,379 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 214,379 miles
- Test number
- 966525275696
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail214,378 miles (+24,161)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,378 miles
- Test number
- 379572864577
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake cable damaged parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear effort low (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisorySpare wheel carrier heavily corroded. Strongly advise to be replaced or repaired
Pass190,217 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 190,217 miles
- Test number
- 863496528564
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (Advise checking) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished.
- AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.
- AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle.
- AdvisorySlight oil leak engine area.
Fail190,216 miles (+22,771)1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,216 miles
- Test number
- 202164719518
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (Advise checking) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished.
- AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.
- AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle.
- AdvisorySlight oil leak engine area.
Pass167,445 miles (+219)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 167,445 miles
- Test number
- 707959604443
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light on
- AdvisoryOffside Rear light lamp glass damaged But not showing white light
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail167,226 miles (+19,824)5 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,226 miles
- Test number
- 523175768394
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- 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)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light on
- AdvisoryOffside Rear light lamp glass damaged But not showing white light
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass147,402 miles (+129)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 147,402 miles
- Test number
- 505010161142
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on. Wire broken nearside front
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged and partially obscured
Fail147,273 miles (+25,494)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,273 miles
- Test number
- 772932807016
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
- FailureRear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on. Wire broken nearside front
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
- AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged and partially obscured
Pass121,779 miles (+7)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 121,779 miles
- Test number
- 211738322353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail121,772 miles (+7,076)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,772 miles
- Test number
- 638593813589
- FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour not tested due to broken exhaust (7.4.B.4)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported broken and corroded (7.1.1)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both D bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both axle pipes (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryEXCESSIVE OIL LEAKS
Pass114,696 miles (+7,843)3 advisories8 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 114,696 miles
- Test number
- 299773004311
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
- NoteBrake pipes greased up all around making hard to inspect for corrosion
- NoteN/R outer sill damaged
- NoteNearside front Track rod end dust cover deterioted
- NoteNearside side door hinge detorioted but opens and closes
- NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
- NoteO/R light repaired by tape
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass106,853 miles (+7,940)2 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 106,853 miles
- Test number
- 445214703480
- AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSide door poor open & shut ???????
- NoteSlight corrosion o/s/f wheel arch
- NoteSlight corrosion underbody
Pass98,913 miles (+9,417)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 98,913 miles
- Test number
- 539673492271
- NoteHandbrake cables corroded
- NoteNear side front tyre outer wall has damage but no ply or cords showing
Pass89,496 miles (+10,253)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 89,496 miles
- Test number
- 319038891266
- NoteCoil springs slight corrosion ???
- NoteGears slight stiff
- NoteO/s/f wheel arch slight corrosion ??
Pass79,243 miles (+7,974)16 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 79,243 miles
- Test number
- 764861890290
- NoteAll brake hoses slightly perished
- NoteCoil springs slightly corroded but complete
- NoteExhaust has minor leak at front and hangers corroded
- NoteFront shocks damp
- NoteHandbrake slight travel
- NoteMinor oil leak
- NoteOffside front lower ball joint dust cover split
- NoteOffside rear tyre cracked and perished
- NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted
- NoteRear of vehicle boarded out unable asses fully
- NoteSome rear brake pipes corroded lightly
- NoteSteering column little play
- NoteSteering rack arms very little play
- NoteTrack rod ends dust covers worn
- NoteUnder tray fitted under engine bay unable asses fully
- NoteWipers slightly worn
Pass71,269 miles (+7,206)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 71,269 miles
- Test number
- 560310829396
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Fail64,063 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,063 miles
- Test number
- 533432418377
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass64,063 miles (+9,535)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 64,063 miles
- Test number
- 820182818345
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,528 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 54,528 miles
- Test number
- 223403607391
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBlue smoke evident
Fail54,528 miles (+11,053)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,528 miles
- Test number
- 421712307395
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBlue smoke evident
Pass43,475 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 43,475 miles
- Test number
- 522323216381
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T21 KDB
- Does T21 KDB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 KDB is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T21 KDB?
- The MOT on T21 KDB is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T21 KDB done?
- T21 KDB was recorded at 247,491 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 10,274 miles a year.
- Has T21 KDB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T21 KDB has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on T21 KDB 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 T21 KDB find?
- T21 KDB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pedal slightly soft when testing rear brakes; corrosion throughout underside of vehicle, boot floor etc but not structural; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.
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