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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T35 MLLMOT history

T35 MLL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 229,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
229,537 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T35 MLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T35 MLL was last recorded at 229,537 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 6,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,753 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,784 miles
Average per year
4,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,537 miles
  • 2025 – 222,753 miles
  • 2024 – 215,443 miles
  • 2022 – 215,412 miles
  • 2021 – 205,996 miles
  • 2020 – 199,369 miles
  • 2019 – 195,389 miles
  • 2018 – 189,348 miles
  • 2017 – 187,514 miles
  • 2016 – 183,363 miles
  • 2015 – 180,266 miles
  • 2014 – 176,738 miles
  • 2013 – 172,647 miles
  • 2012 – 168,269 miles
  • 2011 – 162,774 miles
  • 2010 – 158,402 miles
  • 2009 – 155,496 miles
  • 2008 – 151,858 miles
  • 2007 – 147,800 miles
  • 2006 – 141,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,537 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront park brake cable perished

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,537 miles (+6,784)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    229,537 miles
    Test number
    661797022187
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront park brake cable perished

  2. Pass222,753 miles (+7,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    222,753 miles
    Test number
    246622841856
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass215,443 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    215,443 miles
    Test number
    481639928033
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  4. Fail215,438 miles (+26)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,438 miles
    Test number
    524400871209
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail215,412 miles (+9,416)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,412 miles
    Test number
    481568956264
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m,worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper inner wheel arch corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m,worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass205,996 miles (+207)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    205,996 miles
    Test number
    144679344718
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear screen

  7. Fail205,789 miles (+6,420)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,789 miles
    Test number
    133956584181
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear screen

  8. Pass199,369 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    199,369 miles
    Test number
    191165956139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail199,360 miles (+3,971)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,360 miles
    Test number
    481430547451
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass195,389 miles (+6,041)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    195,389 miles
    Test number
    637370570275
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass189,348 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    189,348 miles
    Test number
    179952924143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail189,346 miles (+1,832)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,346 miles
    Test number
    489678488734
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under dash fuse box (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded part of hose assy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass187,514 miles (+4,151)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    187,514 miles
    Test number
    452525529746
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded calliper end (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight smoking from exhaust on tick over not excessive

  14. Pass183,363 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    183,363 miles
    Test number
    251009075740
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail183,358 miles (+3,092)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,358 miles
    Test number
    437217730945
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cut in side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass180,266 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    180,266 miles
    Test number
    626315356986
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper slightly smears screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to get low
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints

  17. Fail180,266 miles (+3,528)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,266 miles
    Test number
    853346551613
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper slightly smears screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to get low
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints

  18. Pass176,738 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    176,738 miles
    Test number
    876733274278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass172,647 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    172,647 miles
    Test number
    596537543258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteSuspect front pads may be getting low
    • NoteSuspect slight inner rack joints/track rod end play

  20. Fail172,647 miles (+4,378)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,647 miles
    Test number
    976337743292
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteSuspect front pads may be getting low
    • NoteSuspect slight inner rack joints/track rod end play

  21. Pass168,269 miles (+483)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    168,269 miles
    Test number
    347355672297
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail167,786 miles (+5,012)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,786 miles
    Test number
    286985532264
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass162,774 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    162,774 miles
    Test number
    569361031280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail162,772 miles (+4,370)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,772 miles
    Test number
    959181531240
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass158,402 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    158,402 miles
    Test number
    252639640283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass155,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    155,496 miles
    Test number
    734966629239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail155,496 miles (+3,638)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,496 miles
    Test number
    140276729237
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass151,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    151,858 miles
    Test number
    431026228215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail151,858 miles (+4,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,858 miles
    Test number
    552256628249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass147,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    147,800 miles
    Test number
    190847527227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail147,800 miles (+5,810)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,800 miles
    Test number
    150607027208
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  32. Pass141,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    141,990 miles
    Test number
    791010376192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T35 MLL

Does T35 MLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T35 MLL is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T35 MLL?
The MOT on T35 MLL is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T35 MLL done?
T35 MLL was recorded at 229,537 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,433 miles a year.
Has T35 MLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T35 MLL has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T35 MLL 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 T35 MLL find?
T35 MLL passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front park brake cable perished.

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