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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T30 ABPMOT history

T30 ABP is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 190,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
190,397 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 ABP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 ABP was last recorded at 190,397 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 1,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,418 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,979 miles
Average per year
8,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,397 miles
  • 2025 – 188,418 miles
  • 2024 – 187,685 miles
  • 2023 – 185,216 miles
  • 2022 – 184,057 miles
  • 2021 – 183,369 miles
  • 2020 – 182,373 miles
  • 2019 – 179,441 miles
  • 2018 – 177,473 miles
  • 2017 – 174,826 miles
  • 2016 – 164,864 miles
  • 2015 – 161,093 miles
  • 2014 – 145,950 miles
  • 2013 – 121,432 miles
  • 2012 – 101,417 miles
  • 2011 – 85,065 miles
  • 2010 – 67,451 miles
  • 2009 – 50,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,397 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front & rear brake disc has surface rust/corrosion
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear & Centre exhaust box outer skin
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Centre and rear exhaust box outer skins corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Daytime running light intermittent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,397 miles (+1,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    190,397 miles
    Test number
    688721672643
    • AdvisoryBoth front & rear brake disc has surface rust/corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear & Centre exhaust box outer skin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass188,418 miles (+52)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    188,418 miles
    Test number
    180753512866
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust box outer skins corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daytime running light intermittent
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush starting to separate and fouling subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNo engine management light on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail188,366 miles (+681)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,366 miles
    Test number
    634565908008
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust box outer skins corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daytime running light intermittent
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush starting to separate and fouling subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNo engine management light on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass187,685 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    187,685 miles
    Test number
    815504132461
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer out skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount rough when rotating
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  5. Fail187,672 miles (+2,456)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,672 miles
    Test number
    406477685474
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very little to no effort when applying handbrake. handbrake arm on caliper seized. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer out skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount rough when rotating
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  6. Pass185,216 miles (+1,159)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    185,216 miles
    Test number
    939105879113
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess 2x bolts loose (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  7. Pass184,057 miles (+688)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    184,057 miles
    Test number
    411991120055
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting has two loose bolts but still secure

  8. Pass183,369 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    183,369 miles
    Test number
    886424311922
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp has a slight fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp not working vehicle is pre 2008
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting has two loose bolts but still secure

  9. Fail183,369 miles (+996)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,369 miles
    Test number
    166321139163
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp has a slight fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp not working vehicle is pre 2008
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting has two loose bolts but still secure

  10. Pass182,373 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    182,373 miles
    Test number
    632999167354
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail182,373 miles (+2,932)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,373 miles
    Test number
    587919053867
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass179,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    179,441 miles
    Test number
    181911193563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail179,441 miles (+1,968)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,441 miles
    Test number
    165700281976
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmell of exhaust gases in engine bay

  14. Pass177,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    177,473 miles
    Test number
    323483007792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail177,473 miles (+2,647)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,473 miles
    Test number
    923468063661
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyre rubbing (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on sensor wire (5.2.3 (f))
    • 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 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass174,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    174,826 miles
    Test number
    504666098473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn both shoulders (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail174,826 miles (+9,962)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,826 miles
    Test number
    841838512077
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear passenger door does not latch securely closed tailgate door secured with straps cannot be opened from out side does not close (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn both shoulders (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass164,864 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    164,864 miles
    Test number
    385890466889
    • AdvisoryAll four road wheel fowling inner wheel arches (recommend attention soon, benefit of doubt given.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear disks slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryChips in wndscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre has deep cuts to tread area.
    • AdvisoryO/s sun visor damaged but not blocking drivers view

  19. Fail164,864 miles (+3,771)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,864 miles
    Test number
    711677000557
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four road wheel fowling inner wheel arches (recommend attention soon, benefit of doubt given.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear disks slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryChips in wndscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre has deep cuts to tread area.
    • AdvisoryO/s sun visor damaged but not blocking drivers view

  20. Pass161,093 miles (+15,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    161,093 miles
    Test number
    819817795186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass145,950 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    145,950 miles
    Test number
    658656154114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail145,874 miles (+24,442)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,874 miles
    Test number
    576055054195
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass121,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,432 miles
    Test number
    447512683190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail121,432 miles (+20,015)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,432 miles
    Test number
    177892983110
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass101,417 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,417 miles
    Test number
    388060262102
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded but not leaking

  26. Fail101,417 miles (+16,352)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,417 miles
    Test number
    657260262107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded but not leaking

  27. Pass85,065 miles (+17,614)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,065 miles
    Test number
    785748241172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,451 miles (+16,616)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,451 miles
    Test number
    570864050122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,835 miles
    Test number
    492150459137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T30 ABP

Does T30 ABP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T30 ABP is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T30 ABP?
The MOT on T30 ABP is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T30 ABP done?
T30 ABP was recorded at 190,397 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 8,118 miles a year.
Has T30 ABP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 ABP has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T30 ABP 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 T30 ABP find?
T30 ABP passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: both front & rear brake disc has surface rust/corrosion; corrosion on both rear & centre exhaust box outer skin; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front.

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