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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T33 TWSMOT history

T33 TWS is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 179,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
179,622 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T33 TWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T33 TWS was last recorded at 179,622 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 4,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,568 miles · 10 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,054 miles
Average per year
6,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 179,622 miles
  • 2023 – 175,568 miles
  • 2022 – 173,035 miles
  • 2021 – 169,686 miles
  • 2020 – 166,814 miles
  • 2019 – 161,587 miles
  • 2018 – 150,332 miles
  • 2017 – 138,090 miles
  • 2016 – 125,432 miles
  • 2015 – 115,105 miles
  • 2014 – 112,457 miles
  • 2013 – 105,570 miles
  • 2012 – 99,694 miles
  • 2011 – 94,230 miles
  • 2010 – 89,516 miles
  • 2009 – 84,510 miles
  • 2008 – 78,930 miles
  • 2007 – 73,684 miles
  • 2006 – 67,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,622 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Evidence been rubbing against wheel rim (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres wearing on edges
  • AdvisoryCentral Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Area Heavily Corroded and Weakened under Sliding Door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases On Joint Centre to Rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake Performance Only Just Met requirements
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill and Wheel Arches Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (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 has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced many chassis parts corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,622 miles (+4,054)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,622 miles
    Test number
    341799051999
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Evidence been rubbing against wheel rim (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Area Heavily Corroded and Weakened under Sliding Door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases On Joint Centre to Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Performance Only Just Met requirements
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill and Wheel Arches Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass175,568 miles (+2,533)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    175,568 miles
    Test number
    890258847698
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both front flex`s (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis and suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass173,035 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    173,035 miles
    Test number
    565360027088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced many chassis parts corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail173,028 miles (+3,342)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,028 miles
    Test number
    631863309113
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step and wheel arch corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake performance not tested parking brake cable snapped on test (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear disc`s very heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced many chassis parts corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass169,686 miles (+4)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    169,686 miles
    Test number
    432867029436
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired Stiff (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing thin on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in protective coating
  6. Fail169,682 miles (+2,868)2 dangerous1 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,682 miles
    Test number
    803747483886
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Nearside on clip - burst during brake test (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSpare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded and holed with 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Many sections on rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded, worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMany parts of underside and suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive In rear lower arch just outside of 30cm of suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and worn with reduced braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff Valve corroded and stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel badly corroded and needs urgent attention before attempting to be used
  7. Pass166,814 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    166,814 miles
    Test number
    329124284384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and suspension parts very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail166,813 miles (+5,226)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,813 miles
    Test number
    841292586056
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and suspension parts very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass161,587 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    161,587 miles
    Test number
    892799695312
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion to chassis and suspension parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Fail161,579 miles (+11,247)1 dangerous8 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,579 miles
    Test number
    482118303453
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmission control equipment missing where fitted as standard EGR valve (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced in N/S/R inner tub at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure in inner wing in engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F inner wing panel corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive In O/S/R wheel tub at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  11. Pass150,332 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    150,332 miles
    Test number
    180208689028
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on suspension parts
  12. Fail150,261 miles (+12,171)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,261 miles
    Test number
    125949350620
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on suspension parts
  13. Pass138,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,090 miles
    Test number
    424787888741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sil very rusty and weakened (6.1.B.2)
  14. Fail138,089 miles (+12,657)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,089 miles
    Test number
    185882677688
    • FailureBrake performance not tested rear pipe burst (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sil very rusty and weakened (6.1.B.2)
  15. Pass125,432 miles (+10,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    125,432 miles
    Test number
    518115755198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass115,105 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,105 miles
    Test number
    107964975147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass112,457 miles (+6,887)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,457 miles
    Test number
    225432994150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass105,570 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,570 miles
    Test number
    797591493169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,694 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    157357182144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,230 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,230 miles
    Test number
    795806001208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,516 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    282126890141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,510 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    313569199196
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Fail84,488 miles (+5,558)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,488 miles
    Test number
    803407599115
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  24. Fail78,930 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,930 miles
    Test number
    742459598115
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  25. Pass78,930 miles (+5,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,930 miles
    Test number
    850319098177
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  26. Pass73,684 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    343438897140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    753332206261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T33 TWS

Does T33 TWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T33 TWS expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T33 TWS?
The MOT on T33 TWS expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T33 TWS done?
T33 TWS was recorded at 179,622 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 6,184 miles a year.
Has T33 TWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T33 TWS has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T33 TWS 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 T33 TWS find?
T33 TWS passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly damaged evidence been rubbing against wheel rim; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both rear tyres wearing on edges, and 8 more.

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