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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T321 GRCMOT history

T321 GRC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 265,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
265,761 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T321 GRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T321 GRC was last recorded at 265,761 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2012: 13,577 miles, lower than 121,050 miles on 28 Jul 2011.

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
263,623 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,138 miles
Average per year
11,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 265,761 miles
  • 2024 – 263,623 miles
  • 2023 – 260,421 miles
  • 2022 – 257,378 miles
  • 2021 – 252,923 miles
  • 2020 – 250,402 miles
  • 2019 – 235,290 miles
  • 2018 – 222,356 miles
  • 2017 – 208,410 miles
  • 2016 – 194,126 miles
  • 2015 – 180,410 miles
  • 2014 – 167,449 miles
  • 2013 – 153,843 miles
  • 2012 – 13,577 miles
  • 2011 – 121,050 miles
  • 2010 – 103,541 miles
  • 2009 – 85,514 miles
  • 2008 – 65,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass265,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass265,761 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    265,761 miles
    Test number
    539828267297
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail265,761 miles (+2,138)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,761 miles
    Test number
    645206685156
    • DangerousOffside Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass263,623 miles (+3,202)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    263,623 miles
    Test number
    339374326510
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  4. Pass260,421 miles (+3,043)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    260,421 miles
    Test number
    121717926002
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  5. Pass257,378 miles (+4,455)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    257,378 miles
    Test number
    683883112574
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 front and n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass252,923 miles (+6)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    252,923 miles
    Test number
    997136440304
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin LIMITS!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  7. Fail252,917 miles (+2,515)1 dangerous4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,917 miles
    Test number
    691624115221
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin LIMITS!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass250,402 miles (+211)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    250,402 miles
    Test number
    208520485677
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper n/s and o/s top mounts creaking lock to lock
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail250,191 miles (+14,901)1 dangerous3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,191 miles
    Test number
    460755529355
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 LIMITS!! (275/40x19) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass235,290 miles (+12,934)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    235,290 miles
    Test number
    646302065107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension mount creaking lock to lock
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel

  11. Pass222,356 miles (+13,946)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    222,356 miles
    Test number
    965512884635
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront x2 brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel handbrake n/s requires attention

  12. Pass208,410 miles (+14,284)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    208,410 miles
    Test number
    432261066259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint LIMITS!! (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass194,126 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    194,126 miles
    Test number
    667800510021
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail194,120 miles (+13,710)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,120 miles
    Test number
    130405627367
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass180,410 miles (+12,961)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    180,410 miles
    Test number
    497426795142
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass167,449 miles (+13,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    167,449 miles
    Test number
    906223814212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass153,843 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    153,843 miles
    Test number
    949661013221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail153,324 miles (+139,747)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,324 miles
    Test number
    696880603217
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass13,577 miles (-107,473)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    13,577 miles
    Test number
    485225382135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,050 miles (+17,509)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    121,050 miles
    Test number
    646869701278
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOuter skin of exhaust is corroded
    • NoteSurface rust on rear brake pipes

  21. Pass103,541 miles (+18,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,541 miles
    Test number
    682841000230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass85,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    291872309234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail85,514 miles (+19,945)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    792141009269
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass65,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,569 miles
    Test number
    952618798175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T321 GRC

Does T321 GRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T321 GRC is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T321 GRC?
The MOT on T321 GRC is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T321 GRC done?
T321 GRC was recorded at 265,761 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 11,519 miles a year.
Has T321 GRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T321 GRC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T321 GRC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T321 GRC find?
T321 GRC passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 4; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s, and 4 more.

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