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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
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

Pass170,878 miles
  • 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

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 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.

  1. 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
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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))
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. Pass156,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    156,545 miles
    Test number
    840589842518
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres scuffing on edges
  13. 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
  14. Pass154,522 miles (+2,998)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    154,522 miles
    Test number
    740072350059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. 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)
  16. 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)
  17. 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)
  18. 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)
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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)
  22. Pass122,954 miles (+4,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,954 miles
    Test number
    918261963001
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass118,379 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,379 miles
    Test number
    659192562094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. 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)
  25. Pass114,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    114,890 miles
    Test number
    196256421055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. 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)
  27. Pass110,057 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    110,057 miles
    Test number
    533458040055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. 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)
  29. 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)
  30. Pass103,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    103,584 miles
    Test number
    411398358468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. 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)
  32. Pass96,265 miles (-45,532)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    96,265 miles
    Test number
    853185657363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass141,797 miles (+20,316)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    141,797 miles
    Test number
    580369487064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass121,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    121,481 miles
    Test number
    263935096047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. 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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