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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T301 SBDMOT history

T301 SBD is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 318,857 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
318,857 km
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,363 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T301 SBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T301 SBD was last recorded at 318,857 km on 11 Mar 2026, 4,541 km more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
314,316 km · 10 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,541 km
Average per year
7,363 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 318,857 km
  • 2024 – 314,316 km
  • 2023 – 304,198 km
  • 2019 – 289,658 km
  • 2018 – 263,097 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass318,857 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has light corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 14 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass318,857 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    318,857 km
    Test number
    217004037163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has light corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail316,839 km (+2,523)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,839 km
    Test number
    203449257145
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has light corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass314,316 km (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    314,316 km
    Test number
    812197422688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail314,304 km (+10,106)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    314,304 km
    Test number
    903554775368
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass304,198 km (+14,540)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    304,198 km
    Test number
    895052546921
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass289,658 km (+26,561)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    289,658 km
    Test number
    572003753617
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened OSR/NSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Crash Bar Corroded

  7. Pass263,097 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    263,097 km
    Test number
    747983071266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T301 SBD

Does T301 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T301 SBD is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T301 SBD?
The MOT on T301 SBD is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T301 SBD done?
T301 SBD was recorded at 318,857 km at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 7,363 km a year.
Has T301 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T301 SBD has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T301 SBD 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 T301 SBD find?
T301 SBD passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear coil spring corroded both sides; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 1 more.

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