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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T28 XSSMOT history

T28 XSS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 156,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2026
Mileage
156,936 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T28 XSS was last recorded at 156,936 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 3,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jun 2014: 52,346 miles, lower than 88,774 miles on 24 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
153,382 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,554 miles
Average per year
6,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,936 miles
  • 2025 – 153,382 miles
  • 2024 – 149,609 miles
  • 2023 – 145,326 miles
  • 2022 – 143,692 miles
  • 2021 – 142,120 miles
  • 2020 – 135,056 miles
  • 2019 – 126,120 miles
  • 2018 – 117,369 miles
  • 2017 – 109,590 miles
  • 2016 – 101,164 miles
  • 2015 – 95,464 miles
  • 2014 – 52,346 miles
  • 2013 – 88,774 miles
  • 2012 – 79,615 miles
  • 2011 – 68,733 miles
  • 2010 – 58,947 miles
  • 2009 – 51,506 miles
  • 2008 – 38,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,936 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 1.8mm and inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,936 miles (+3,554)1 dangerous10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,936 miles
    Test number
    894099571130
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 1.8mm and inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass153,382 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    153,382 miles
    Test number
    490029336398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail153,295 miles (+3,686)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,295 miles
    Test number
    720045867832
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald, 275/40R20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass149,609 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    149,609 miles
    Test number
    564874895615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail149,598 miles (+4,272)4 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,598 miles
    Test number
    982370013399
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40R20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40R20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass145,326 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,326 miles
    Test number
    623875797767
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin corroded

  7. Fail145,325 miles (+1,633)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,325 miles
    Test number
    630443402927
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin corroded

  8. Pass143,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,692 miles
    Test number
    352159397134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail143,692 miles (+1,572)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,692 miles
    Test number
    689044645774
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass142,120 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    142,120 miles
    Test number
    303260066402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail142,116 miles (+7,060)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,116 miles
    Test number
    180593617691
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass135,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    448395026861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail135,056 miles (+8,936)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    177071349605
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass126,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,120 miles
    Test number
    838349492433
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe starting to corrode under fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres getting low , and cracking in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail126,120 miles (+8,751)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,120 miles
    Test number
    948961281163
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe starting to corrode under fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres getting low , and cracking in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass117,369 miles (+12)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    117,369 miles
    Test number
    961961274421
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  17. Fail117,357 miles (+7,767)9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,357 miles
    Test number
    168157091622
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  18. Pass109,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    109,590 miles
    Test number
    315398166385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail109,590 miles (+8,426)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,590 miles
    Test number
    871175999570
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass101,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,164 miles
    Test number
    493935751279
    • AdvisoryExhaust center silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  21. Fail101,164 miles (+5,700)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,164 miles
    Test number
    350160579958
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust center silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  22. Pass95,464 miles (+43,118)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,464 miles
    Test number
    527464186041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,346 miles (-36,428)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,346 miles
    Test number
    885011084120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,774 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    88,774 miles
    Test number
    408355873133
    • NoteExhaust showing deterioration

  25. Fail88,771 miles (+9,156)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,771 miles
    Test number
    179525173172
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust showing deterioration

  26. Pass79,615 miles (+10,882)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,615 miles
    Test number
    678154082168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,733 miles (+9,786)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    145873571195
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS WEARING/CORRODING. O/S/R TYRE OUTER WALL SPLIT.

  28. Pass58,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,947 miles
    Test number
    912547380104
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Fail58,947 miles (+7,441)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,947 miles
    Test number
    323107980124
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass51,506 miles (+12,525)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,506 miles
    Test number
    623501579235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,981 miles
    Test number
    161822768296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T28 XSS

Does T28 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T28 XSS expired on 27 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T28 XSS?
The MOT on T28 XSS 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 T28 XSS done?
T28 XSS was recorded at 156,936 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 6,582 miles a year.
Has T28 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 XSS has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T28 XSS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T28 XSS find?
T28 XSS failed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 13 more.

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