Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc
T222 BLUMOT history
T222 BLU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 263,770 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 12 May 2027
- Mileage
- 263,770 mi
- At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 21 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 6,005 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T222 BLU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 30 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 12 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T222 BLU was last recorded at 263,770 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 2,646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 16 Apr 2015: 133,972 miles, lower than 242,653 miles on 23 Sept 2014.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 261,124 miles · 30 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,646 miles
- Average per year
- 6,005 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 263,770 miles
- 2025 – 261,124 miles
- 2024 – 258,597 miles
- 2023 – 256,472 miles
- 2022 – 255,364 miles
- 2021 – 253,922 miles
- 2020 – 252,508 miles
- 2019 – 251,698 miles
- 2018 – 250,049 miles
- 2017 – 248,978 miles
- 2016 – 247,988 miles
- 2015 – 133,973 miles
- 2014 – 242,653 miles
- 2013 – 230,060 miles
- 2012 – 211,219 miles
- 2011 – 195,725 miles
- 2010 – 180,458 miles
- 2009 – 172,986 miles
- 2008 – 165,494 miles
- 2007 – 156,579 miles
- 2006 – 146,155 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass263,770 miles
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
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
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
36 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass263,770 miles (+2,646)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2027
- Odometer
- 263,770 miles
- Test number
- 595033329847
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Pass261,124 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2026
- Odometer
- 261,124 miles
- Test number
- 725815239097
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail261,124 miles (+2,527)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 261,124 miles
- Test number
- 914460167002
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass258,597 miles (+38)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2025
- Odometer
- 258,597 miles
- Test number
- 511186969262
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail258,559 miles (+2,087)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 258,559 miles
- Test number
- 930045297823
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass256,472 miles (+64)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2024
- Odometer
- 256,472 miles
- Test number
- 129040717557
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail256,408 miles (+1,044)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 256,408 miles
- Test number
- 431841232297
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass255,364 miles (+1,442)
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2023
- Odometer
- 255,364 miles
- Test number
- 707099740638
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass253,922 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2022
- Odometer
- 253,922 miles
- Test number
- 866602483032
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Fail253,922 miles (+1,414)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 253,922 miles
- Test number
- 584564625450
- MajorFront Emission control equipment obviously modified egr (8.2.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass252,508 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2021
- Odometer
- 252,508 miles
- Test number
- 739624807446
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail252,508 miles (+810)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,508 miles
- Test number
- 635944124734
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join to turbo (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass251,698 miles (+543)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 251,698 miles
- Test number
- 143071791843
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail251,155 miles (+1,106)6 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 251,155 miles
- Test number
- 404674263406
- MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass250,049 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 250,049 miles
- Test number
- 480175776801
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
Fail250,049 miles (+1,071)7 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 250,049 miles
- Test number
- 174375118988
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
Pass248,978 miles (+990)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 248,978 miles
- Test number
- 827741832138
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass247,988 miles (+4)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 247,988 miles
- Test number
- 603644680524
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Fail247,984 miles (+114,011)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 247,984 miles
- Test number
- 520540904193
- FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Pass133,973 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 133,973 miles
- Test number
- 547647315156
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail133,972 miles (-108,681)4 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,972 miles
- Test number
- 345316005142
- FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
- FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
- AdvisoryInner Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
- 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)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass242,653 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 242,653 miles
- Test number
- 909016964200
- NoteOil leak
Fail242,652 miles (+12,592)6 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 242,652 miles
- Test number
- 959336264216
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteOil leak
Pass230,060 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 230,060 miles
- Test number
- 936968063257
- NotePower steering noisy from lock to lock
- NoteRear view mirror is missing
- NoteThrottle sticking slightly
Fail230,060 miles (+18,841)3 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 230,060 miles
- Test number
- 178958163288
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NotePower steering noisy from lock to lock
- NoteThrottle sticking slightly
Fail211,219 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,219 miles
- Test number
- 378200472238
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteElectrical tow socket cover missing
Pass211,219 miles (+15,494)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 211,219 miles
- Test number
- 838610672207
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteElectrical tow socket cover missing
Pass195,725 miles (+15,267)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 195,725 miles
- Test number
- 398325061243
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass180,458 miles (+7,472)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 180,458 miles
- Test number
- 772310560274
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass172,986 miles (+7)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 172,986 miles
- Test number
- 584911969275
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,979 miles (+7,485)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,979 miles
- Test number
- 383350269487
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Fail165,494 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,494 miles
- Test number
- 422985958240
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass165,494 miles (+8,915)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 165,494 miles
- Test number
- 904905058215
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass156,579 miles (+10,424)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 156,579 miles
- Test number
- 534775967276
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail146,155 miles2 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,155 miles
- Test number
- 344101566431
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
Pass146,155 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 146,155 miles
- Test number
- 762031766264
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
Questions about T222 BLU
- Does T222 BLU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T222 BLU is valid until 12 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T222 BLU?
- The MOT on T222 BLU is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T222 BLU done?
- T222 BLU was recorded at 263,770 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 6,005 miles a year.
- Has T222 BLU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T222 BLU has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
- Has the mileage on T222 BLU ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T222 BLU find?
- T222 BLU passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.
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