
Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T353 LCHMOT history
T353 LCH is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 113,252 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 113,252 mi
- At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 21 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 1,963 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T353 LCH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 4 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T353 LCH was last recorded at 113,252 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 113,250 miles · 13 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 1,963 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 113,252 miles
- 2025 – 112,845 miles
- 2024 – 112,353 miles
- 2023 – 112,229 miles
- 2022 – 111,675 miles
- 2021 – 111,655 miles
- 2020 – 111,645 miles
- 2019 – 110,230 miles
- 2018 – 109,815 miles
- 2017 – 108,946 miles
- 2016 – 107,138 miles
- 2015 – 104,195 miles
- 2014 – 101,990 miles
- 2013 – 100,526 miles
- 2012 – 99,978 miles
- 2011 – 96,970 miles
- 2009 – 93,402 miles
- 2008 – 88,184 miles
- 2007 – 78,558 miles
- 2006 – 73,619 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear bench seat removed unable to tests seat belt
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.
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory8 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear as marked
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Window tint uneven/degraded effecting view
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
35 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass113,252 miles (+2)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 113,252 miles
- Test number
- 883853142167
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear bench seat removed unable to tests seat belt
Fail113,250 miles (+405)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,250 miles
- Test number
- 186656841605
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle door handle broken not opening every time (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded all offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass112,845 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 112,845 miles
- Test number
- 928209725208
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail112,843 miles (+490)1 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,843 miles
- Test number
- 631958465249
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass112,353 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 112,353 miles
- Test number
- 399877508778
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail112,351 miles (+122)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,351 miles
- Test number
- 728800366820
- DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear as marked (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass112,229 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 112,229 miles
- Test number
- 891090806159
- MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Window tint uneven/degraded effecting view (3.2 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Window tint uneven/degraded effecting view (3.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear as marked (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Fail112,225 miles (+550)2 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,225 miles
- Test number
- 919658741653
- DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust excessive holed (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Window tint uneven/degraded effecting view (3.2 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Window tint uneven/degraded effecting view (3.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear as marked (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Pass111,675 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 111,675 miles
- Test number
- 832419095304
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail111,672 miles (+17)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,672 miles
- Test number
- 978777528578
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass111,655 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 111,655 miles
- Test number
- 214496783507
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to and from flexis/calipers (1.1.11 (c))
Fail111,653 miles (+8)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,653 miles
- Test number
- 844810848234
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to and from flexis/calipers (1.1.11 (c))
Pass111,645 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 111,645 miles
- Test number
- 346122563732
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail111,643 miles (+1,413)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,643 miles
- Test number
- 607274430737
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass110,230 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 110,230 miles
- Test number
- 854157470816
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail110,228 miles (+413)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,228 miles
- Test number
- 707114658106
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass109,815 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 109,815 miles
- Test number
- 330117505519
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail109,812 miles (+866)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,812 miles
- Test number
- 951706477143
- FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass108,946 miles (+13)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 108,946 miles
- Test number
- 482952847207
- AdvisoryFront shock absorber lower bushs deteriated slightly
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp main beam bulb incorrectly fitted
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket insecure
Fail108,933 miles (+1,795)3 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,933 miles
- Test number
- 273808576956
- FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill marked (6.1.B.2)
- FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryFront shock absorber lower bushs deteriated slightly
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp main beam bulb incorrectly fitted
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket insecure
Pass107,138 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 107,138 miles
- Test number
- 486215079376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail107,136 miles (+2,941)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,136 miles
- Test number
- 813925251408
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
Pass104,195 miles (+3)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 104,195 miles
- Test number
- 716367785060
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)
Fail104,192 miles (+2,202)2 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,192 miles
- Test number
- 365200985071
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)
Pass101,990 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 101,990 miles
- Test number
- 596594284051
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass100,526 miles (+548)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 100,526 miles
- Test number
- 588064553031
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass99,978 miles (+3,008)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 99,978 miles
- Test number
- 299388752038
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass96,970 miles (+3,568)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 96,970 miles
- Test number
- 987437951094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass93,402 miles (+5,218)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 93,402 miles
- Test number
- 474887759304
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,184 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 88,184 miles
- Test number
- 894802158380
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,184 miles (+4,577)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,184 miles
- Test number
- 211062258351
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass83,607 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 83,607 miles
- Test number
- 190611718097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail83,593 miles (+5,035)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,593 miles
- Test number
- 753348208000
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
Pass78,558 miles (+4,939)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 78,558 miles
- Test number
- 420552107000
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,619 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 73,619 miles
- Test number
- 932365606064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T353 LCH
- Does T353 LCH currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T353 LCH is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T353 LCH?
- The MOT on T353 LCH is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T353 LCH done?
- T353 LCH was recorded at 113,252 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 1,963 miles a year.
- Has T353 LCH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T353 LCH has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on T353 LCH 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 T353 LCH find?
- T353 LCH passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.
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