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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T30 REFMOT history

T30 REF is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
145,156 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 REF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 REF was last recorded at 145,156 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 9,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,402 miles · 5 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
9,754 miles
Average per year
8,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,156 miles
  • 2024 – 135,402 miles
  • 2023 – 128,309 miles
  • 2022 – 126,999 miles
  • 2019 – 121,168 miles
  • 2018 – 113,459 miles
  • 2017 – 108,832 miles
  • 2016 – 101,696 miles
  • 2015 – 87,634 miles
  • 2014 – 70,596 miles
  • 2013 – 54,518 miles
  • 2012 – 34,851 miles
  • 2011 – 16,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,156 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    145,156 miles
    Test number
    269613847150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,156 miles (+9,754)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,156 miles
    Test number
    796570784818
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass135,402 miles (+7,093)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,402 miles
    Test number
    197197338758
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
  4. Pass128,309 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    128,309 miles
    Test number
    719408041855
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail128,309 miles (+1,310)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,309 miles
    Test number
    718779246678
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass126,999 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,999 miles
    Test number
    323953974498
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  7. Fail126,999 miles (+5,831)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,999 miles
    Test number
    519850570927
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  8. Pass121,168 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,168 miles
    Test number
    843466932221
    • 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 Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust box outer casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front side light dim
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Fail121,167 miles (+7,708)3 dangerous7 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,167 miles
    Test number
    341278231911
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust box outer casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front side light dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass113,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,459 miles
    Test number
    513774896765
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted obscuring some components
  11. Fail113,459 miles (+4,627)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,459 miles
    Test number
    216116653579
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted obscuring some components
  12. Pass108,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    108,832 miles
    Test number
    377463440934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,832 miles (+7,136)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,832 miles
    Test number
    671823718773
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass101,696 miles (+14,062)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,696 miles
    Test number
    378805875159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass87,634 miles (+17,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,634 miles
    Test number
    167041285134
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass70,596 miles (+16,078)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,596 miles
    Test number
    365413604499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  17. Pass54,518 miles (+19,667)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,518 miles
    Test number
    218314103236
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall cut in nsf tyre side wall.
  18. Fail34,851 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,851 miles
    Test number
    347243192131
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres both on 3mm tread.Cracks forming on outer edge of tread.
  19. Pass34,851 miles (+17,932)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,851 miles
    Test number
    565243992151
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres both on 3mm tread.Cracks forming on outer edge of tread.
  20. Pass16,919 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,919 miles
    Test number
    245757201285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,885 miles
    Test number
    875813951032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,885 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,885 miles
    Test number
    118659041418
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T30 REF

Does T30 REF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T30 REF is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T30 REF?
The MOT on T30 REF is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T30 REF done?
T30 REF was recorded at 145,156 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 8,601 miles a year.
Has T30 REF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 REF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T30 REF 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 REF find?
T30 REF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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