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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T28 RTLMOT history

T28 RTL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 290,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
290,501 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 RTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T28 RTL was last recorded at 290,501 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 9,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
280,807 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,694 miles
Average per year
10,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 290,501 miles
  • 2025 – 280,807 miles
  • 2024 – 271,663 miles
  • 2023 – 263,307 miles
  • 2022 – 255,864 miles
  • 2021 – 250,708 miles
  • 2020 – 248,705 miles
  • 2019 – 245,179 miles
  • 2018 – 242,415 miles
  • 2017 – 239,984 miles
  • 2015 – 233,128 miles
  • 2014 – 221,846 miles
  • 2013 – 216,323 miles
  • 2012 – 212,537 miles
  • 2011 – 201,989 miles
  • 2010 – 185,431 miles
  • 2009 – 151,019 miles
  • 2008 – 119,678 miles
  • 2007 – 80,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass290,501 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front tyre valves deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front tyres bald inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass290,501 miles (+9,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    290,501 miles
    Test number
    932638872187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass280,807 miles (+9,144)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    280,807 miles
    Test number
    152432167973
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass271,663 miles (+8,356)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    271,663 miles
    Test number
    858146604884
    • AdvisoryMiddle +rear silencer outer shell corroded + starting to delaminate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass263,307 miles (+7,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    263,307 miles
    Test number
    222707089940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass255,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    255,864 miles
    Test number
    509896923643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail255,864 miles (+5,156)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,864 miles
    Test number
    349924292824
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake modification unsafe brake pipe located to close to the coil spring (1.1.21 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake modification unsafe brake pipe located to close to the coil spring (1.1.21 (d) (i))

  7. Pass250,708 miles (+2,003)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    250,708 miles
    Test number
    814951475505
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn BOTH springs NSR and OSR excessively compressed (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSR and OSR (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass248,705 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    248,705 miles
    Test number
    798197175303
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail248,704 miles (+3,525)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,704 miles
    Test number
    669474714620
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  10. Pass245,179 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    245,179 miles
    Test number
    286615516374
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald inner edges

  11. Fail245,127 miles (+2,712)2 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,127 miles
    Test number
    427779077756
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack fixing bolts ineffective to the extent that attachment is seriously affected (2.1.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster is missing (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald inner edges

  12. Pass242,415 miles (+170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    242,415 miles
    Test number
    511865578653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp adjuster damaged

  13. Fail242,245 miles (+2,261)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,245 miles
    Test number
    134278417775
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  14. Pass239,984 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    239,984 miles
    Test number
    495974159508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail239,642 miles (+6,514)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,642 miles
    Test number
    883265208640
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers smearing

  16. Pass233,128 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    233,128 miles
    Test number
    526931865663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail233,050 miles (+11,204)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,050 miles
    Test number
    318654375871
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass221,846 miles (+5,523)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    221,846 miles
    Test number
    377158994249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass216,323 miles (+3,786)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    216,323 miles
    Test number
    439638203316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass212,537 miles (+10,548)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    212,537 miles
    Test number
    387677772208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass201,989 miles (+190)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    201,989 miles
    Test number
    785531271232
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  22. Fail201,799 miles (+16,368)11 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,799 miles
    Test number
    738828351278
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail185,431 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,431 miles
    Test number
    141191150269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass185,431 miles (+34,412)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    185,431 miles
    Test number
    800371850204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail151,019 miles5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,019 miles
    Test number
    460465309120
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Pass151,019 miles (+31,341)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    151,019 miles
    Test number
    680175209109
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass119,678 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    119,678 miles
    Test number
    200013428426
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Fail119,678 miles (+39,064)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,678 miles
    Test number
    243183028117
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  29. Pass80,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    990859007120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail80,614 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    382118807192
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T28 RTL

Does T28 RTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T28 RTL is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T28 RTL?
The MOT on T28 RTL is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T28 RTL done?
T28 RTL was recorded at 290,501 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 10,819 miles a year.
Has T28 RTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 RTL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T28 RTL 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 T28 RTL find?
T28 RTL passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; offside front side repeater slightly discoloured.

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