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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T260 EAFMOT history

T260 EAF is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 223,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
223,878 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T260 EAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T260 EAF was last recorded at 223,878 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,239 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
639 miles
Average per year
7,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,878 miles
  • 2025 – 215,569 miles
  • 2024 – 209,091 miles
  • 2022 – 201,208 miles
  • 2021 – 190,969 miles
  • 2019 – 190,085 miles
  • 2018 – 180,688 miles
  • 2017 – 172,599 miles
  • 2016 – 161,682 miles
  • 2015 – 151,725 miles
  • 2014 – 137,750 miles
  • 2013 – 122,445 miles
  • 2012 – 113,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,878 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,878 miles (+639)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    223,878 miles
    Test number
    467036868172
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Fail223,239 miles (+7,670)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,239 miles
    Test number
    645473604412
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  3. Pass215,569 miles (+208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    215,569 miles
    Test number
    444073133496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  4. Fail215,361 miles (+6,270)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,361 miles
    Test number
    525617237840
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected engine bay (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed emission control equ missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel spokes loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  5. Pass209,091 miles (+215)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    209,091 miles
    Test number
    933555071048
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure.
  6. Fail208,876 miles (+7,668)1 dangerous6 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,876 miles
    Test number
    254158852149
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure.
  7. Pass201,208 miles (+274)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    201,208 miles
    Test number
    938257737597
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail200,934 miles (+9,965)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,934 miles
    Test number
    661739035336
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass190,969 miles (+15)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    190,969 miles
    Test number
    338801684096
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  10. Fail190,954 miles (+869)3 major1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,954 miles
    Test number
    269378967896
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass190,085 miles (+11)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    190,085 miles
    Test number
    494455347687
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail190,074 miles (+9,386)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,074 miles
    Test number
    816073929399
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass180,688 miles (+1)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    180,688 miles
    Test number
    480506464971
    • MinorHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  14. Fail180,687 miles (+8,088)1 dangerous3 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,687 miles
    Test number
    886567595696
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass172,599 miles (+84)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    172,599 miles
    Test number
    347542861969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail172,515 miles (+10,833)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,515 miles
    Test number
    719690555038
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass161,682 miles (+169)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    161,682 miles
    Test number
    337626026625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCustom exhaust system fitted that include box that may or may not be a catalytic converter
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre deteriated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column upper bush
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front steering arm inner joint
  18. Fail161,513 miles (+9,788)13 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,513 miles
    Test number
    726659938784
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracked and split (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCustom exhaust fitted including box which may or may not be a catalytic converter
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre walls deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre walls deteriated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front steering arm inner joint
  19. Pass151,725 miles (+13,975)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    151,725 miles
    Test number
    338613565169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass137,750 miles (+15,305)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    657779664146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,445 miles (+9,182)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    122,445 miles
    Test number
    439448963121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass113,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    338346562112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,263 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    247925262454
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T260 EAF

Does T260 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T260 EAF is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T260 EAF?
The MOT on T260 EAF is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T260 EAF done?
T260 EAF was recorded at 223,878 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 7,975 miles a year.
Has T260 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T260 EAF has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T260 EAF 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 T260 EAF find?
T260 EAF passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; steering column top bearing slightly worn.

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