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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T21 VWCMOT history

T21 VWC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 162,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2026
Mileage
162,904 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 VWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T21 VWC was last recorded at 162,904 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 10,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,609 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,295 miles
Average per year
7,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,904 miles
  • 2025 – 152,609 miles
  • 2024 – 145,547 miles
  • 2023 – 140,428 miles
  • 2022 – 136,689 miles
  • 2021 – 128,330 miles
  • 2020 – 124,396 miles
  • 2019 – 115,402 miles
  • 2018 – 106,359 miles
  • 2017 – 94,278 miles
  • 2016 – 83,683 miles
  • 2015 – 75,045 miles
  • 2014 – 65,935 miles
  • 2013 – 58,498 miles
  • 2012 – 52,442 miles
  • 2011 – 46,834 miles
  • 2010 – 38,821 miles
  • 2009 – 31,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,904 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Strut Turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers/ Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components From View
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Heat Shield Loose Above Exhaust
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside Components Including Body And Suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in various places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Corrosion to various underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Covers fitted obscuring components from view.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pipe/hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,904 miles (+10,295)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,904 miles
    Test number
    753813546996
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Strut Turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers/ Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components From View
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Heat Shield Loose Above Exhaust
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside Components Including Body And Suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,609 miles (+7,062)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,609 miles
    Test number
    974011285957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass145,547 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,547 miles
    Test number
    184673243004
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various underside
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components from view.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive area has been repaired/undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive area has been repaired/undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pipe/hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail145,547 miles (+5,119)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,547 miles
    Test number
    490925445943
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various underside
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components from view.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pipe/hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass140,428 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,428 miles
    Test number
    618568811749
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front suspension turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,428 miles (+3,739)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,428 miles
    Test number
    453609427617
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated over heated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front suspension turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass136,689 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,689 miles
    Test number
    494640459193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,330 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,330 miles
    Test number
    584186677936
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail128,326 miles (+3,930)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,326 miles
    Test number
    263681028893
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass124,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    124,396 miles
    Test number
    248054300464
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail124,395 miles (+8,993)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,395 miles
    Test number
    677801967083
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass115,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    287728330264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,402 miles (+9,043)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    629829716806
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s driveshaft boot seeping lubricant

  14. Pass106,359 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,359 miles
    Test number
    404272288740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail106,359 miles (+12,081)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,359 miles
    Test number
    989021497258
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass94,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    94,278 miles
    Test number
    579706696355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,279 miles (+10,596)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,279 miles
    Test number
    506723532397
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass83,683 miles (+8,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,683 miles
    Test number
    503022872494
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear both exhaust silencer outer skins deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront advise front subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output high level stop lamp (1.2.1d)

  19. Pass75,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,045 miles
    Test number
    608772755030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,045 miles (+9,110)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,045 miles
    Test number
    229421355089
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass65,935 miles (+7,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,935 miles
    Test number
    889275154092
    • NoteSlight corrosion on brake pipes just before rear flexis

  22. Pass58,498 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    199626253407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,442 miles
    Test number
    746011662003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,442 miles (+5,608)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,442 miles
    Test number
    869221262095
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass46,834 miles (+8,013)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,834 miles
    Test number
    755001361097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    383808740045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,821 miles (+6,885)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    934928540084
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass31,936 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,936 miles
    Test number
    464879249069
    • NoteRear seat belts not checked due to child seats fitted

Questions about T21 VWC

Does T21 VWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 VWC expired on 27 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 VWC?
The MOT on T21 VWC expired on 27 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 VWC done?
T21 VWC was recorded at 162,904 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 7,478 miles a year.
Has T21 VWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 VWC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 VWC 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 VWC find?
T21 VWC failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill; offside front inner vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill; offside front upper vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced strut turret, and 6 more.

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