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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T37 TCSMOT history

T37 TCS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
117,497 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2008
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
13,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T37 TCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T37 TCS was last recorded at 117,497 miles on 18 Oct 2008, 13,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2007.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,780 miles · 3 Oct 2007
Between the last two tests
13,717 miles
Average per year
13,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2008 – 117,497 miles
  • 2007 – 103,780 miles
  • 2006 – 90,634 miles
  • 2005 – 76,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear door runner lower rail corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Eng oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    794052525670
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door runner lower rail corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    583392645267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    810416796633
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body panel slightly corroded.

  4. PassMileage not read2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    960795085814
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber bodies corroded.
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not likely to topple.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front section of front to rear behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At rear suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    959264102116
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely O/s at 100kg before nearside applies any pressure (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of sill and at rear arm outer mounting bracket. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber bodies corroded.
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not likely to topple.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front section of front to rear behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At rear suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 30kg. (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At rear suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  6. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    721561281964
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated bo5th sides slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill/door aperture seal carrier slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEng oil leak

  7. FailMileage not read3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734215539548
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s slow (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated bo5th sides slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill/door aperture seal carrier slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEng oil leak

  8. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    741062160881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play steering drumstick (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. FailMileage not read4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    330299309745
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load valve to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play steering drumstick (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    449871118342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play s/rack tie rod (drum stick)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres nearing wear ind.
    • AdvisoryEng oil leak

  11. FailMileage not read5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    511778256404
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s low (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play s/rack tie rod (drum stick)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres nearing wear ind.
    • AdvisoryEng oil leak

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    708496094232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    647885294263
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    579997493246
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  15. FailMileage not read4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    857916193256
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  16. PassMileage not read8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    668312792264
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. FailMileage not read1 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    668462792266
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    199036971207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    939126471262
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    853864990277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954604690214
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    910480499251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,497 miles (+13,717)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    117,497 miles
    Test number
    364702998280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass103,780 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    103,780 miles
    Test number
    922816877291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail103,777 miles (+13,143)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,777 miles
    Test number
    133394077229
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass90,634 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    90,634 miles
    Test number
    952817996277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail90,466 miles (+9,467)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,466 miles
    Test number
    342072496465
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass80,999 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    161296066023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass76,373 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    203407355249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail76,372 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,372 miles
    Test number
    862356355216
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Questions about T37 TCS

Does T37 TCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T37 TCS expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T37 TCS?
The MOT on T37 TCS expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T37 TCS done?
T37 TCS was recorded at 117,497 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2008, an average of 13,281 miles a year.
Has T37 TCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T37 TCS has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on T37 TCS 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 T37 TCS find?
T37 TCS passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush, and 7 more.

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