
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T327 MBVMOT history
T327 MBV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 170,878 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 170,878 mi
- At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 21 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 2,442 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T327 MBV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 30 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T327 MBV was last recorded at 170,878 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 21 Dec 2007: 96,265 miles, lower than 141,797 miles on 30 Mar 2007.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 170,253 miles · 30 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 625 miles
- Average per year
- 2,442 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 170,878 miles
- 2025 – 170,253 miles
- 2024 – 168,826 miles
- 2023 – 166,401 miles
- 2022 – 163,590 miles
- 2021 – 161,087 miles
- 2020 – 160,436 miles
- 2019 – 156,545 miles
- 2018 – 154,522 miles
- 2017 – 151,524 miles
- 2016 – 146,935 miles
- 2015 – 136,405 miles
- 2014 – 131,986 miles
- 2013 – 122,954 miles
- 2012 – 118,379 miles
- 2011 – 114,890 miles
- 2010 – 110,057 miles
- 2008 – 103,584 miles
- 2007 – 96,265 miles
- 2006 – 121,481 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres bald on inner edge / small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
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 Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017
Nearside Headlamp aim too low
Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015
Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2011
CORROSION AROUND BODY NOT PRESCRIBED AREAS
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
35 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass170,878 miles (+625)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 170,878 miles
- Test number
- 923602313751
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres bald on inner edge / small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
Pass170,253 miles (+7)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 170,253 miles
- Test number
- 312465972463
- AdvisoryCORROSION AROUND BODY NOT PRESCRIBED AREAS
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH STRONG ADVISE (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR OUTER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT ON INSIDE EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
Fail170,246 miles (+1,420)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,246 miles
- Test number
- 713085224510
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE BY MOUNTING BRACKET (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorPower steering malfunctioning PUMP BELT LOOSE (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCORROSION AROUND BODY NOT PRESCRIBED AREAS
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH STRONG ADVISE (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR OUTER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT ON INSIDE EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
Pass168,826 miles (+2,425)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 168,826 miles
- Test number
- 239681470950
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All ridged brake pipes are covered in a product. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have 3mm of tread. (5.2.3 (e))
Pass166,401 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 166,401 miles
- Test number
- 527222243155
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe on caliper is slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe on caliper is slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on steering rack are corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal has travel but does have reserve travel
Fail166,401 miles (+2,811)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,401 miles
- Test number
- 443442696635
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle imbalance across front axle - nearside effort increases and decreases faster than the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe on caliper is slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe on caliper is slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on steering rack are corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal has travel but does have reserve travel
Pass163,590 miles (+46)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 163,590 miles
- Test number
- 942524887427
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Jacking point corroding
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear panel corroded
Fail163,544 miles (+2,457)4 major1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,544 miles
- Test number
- 740420466441
- MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Font to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension arm mounting prescribed area/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Jacking point corroding
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear panel corroded
Pass161,087 miles (+651)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 161,087 miles
- Test number
- 486701715944
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass160,436 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 160,436 miles
- Test number
- 970719768910
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisorySills slightly corroded
Fail160,436 miles (+3,891)4 dangerous4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,436 miles
- Test number
- 958554813682
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorStop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisorySills slightly corroded
Pass156,545 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 156,545 miles
- Test number
- 840589842518
- AdvisoryFront both tyres scuffing on edges
Fail156,545 miles (+2,023)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,545 miles
- Test number
- 829562770026
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront both tyres scuffing on edges
Pass154,522 miles (+2,998)
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2019
- Odometer
- 154,522 miles
- Test number
- 740072350059
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass151,524 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2018
- Odometer
- 151,524 miles
- Test number
- 122755371739
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail151,524 miles (+4,589)5 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,524 miles
- Test number
- 291481635348
- FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel binding
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass146,935 miles (+16)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 146,935 miles
- Test number
- 678982341969
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
Fail146,919 miles (+10,514)7 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,919 miles
- Test number
- 139844273892
- FailureCentre Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat stalk (5.2.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
Pass136,405 miles7 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 136,405 miles
- Test number
- 467428105191
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteFront handbrake cable starting to fray
- NoteLower gearbox mount bush worn
- NoteNearside rear brake back plate corroded
- NotePlay in offside front lower ball joint
- NotePower steering belt noisey
- NoteSteering rack mounting bushes perished
Fail136,405 miles (+4,419)7 failures7 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,405 miles
- Test number
- 707471105121
- FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
- FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteFront handbrake cable starting to fray
- NoteLower gearbox mount bush worn
- NoteNearside rear brake back plate corroded
- NotePlay in offside front lower ball joint
- NotePower steering belt noisey
- NoteSteering rack mounting bushes perished
Pass131,986 miles (+9,032)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 131,986 miles
- Test number
- 229731354037
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass122,954 miles (+4,575)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 122,954 miles
- Test number
- 918261963001
- NoteOil leak
Pass118,379 miles (+43)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 118,379 miles
- Test number
- 659192562094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,336 miles (+3,446)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,336 miles
- Test number
- 187894052028
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass114,890 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 114,890 miles
- Test number
- 196256421055
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read8 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 985604111070
- FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass110,057 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 110,057 miles
- Test number
- 533458040055
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail110,054 miles (+447)5 dangerous11 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,054 miles
- Test number
- 391407130068
- DangerousDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- DangerousParking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- DangerousSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
Fail109,607 miles (+6,023)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,607 miles
- Test number
- 101339900039
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
Pass103,584 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 103,584 miles
- Test number
- 411398358468
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail103,584 miles (+7,319)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,584 miles
- Test number
- 442583358383
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass96,265 miles (-45,532)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 96,265 miles
- Test number
- 853185657363
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass141,797 miles (+20,316)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 141,797 miles
- Test number
- 580369487064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass121,481 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 121,481 miles
- Test number
- 263935096047
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail121,481 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,481 miles
- Test number
- 510753396054
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Questions about T327 MBV
- Does T327 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T327 MBV is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T327 MBV?
- The MOT on T327 MBV is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T327 MBV done?
- T327 MBV was recorded at 170,878 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,442 miles a year.
- Has T327 MBV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T327 MBV has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on T327 MBV ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T327 MBV find?
- T327 MBV passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres bald on inner edge / small cuts; oil leak, but not excessive; spare tyre defective flat.
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