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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T3 KBWMOT history

T3 KBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 257,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
257,670 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 KBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 KBW was last recorded at 257,670 miles on 29 May 2025, 145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,525 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
145 miles
Average per year
10,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 257,670 miles
  • 2023 – 249,108 miles
  • 2021 – 248,004 miles
  • 2020 – 244,368 miles
  • 2019 – 241,086 miles
  • 2018 – 238,192 miles
  • 2016 – 223,000 miles
  • 2015 – 221,618 miles
  • 2014 – 189,010 miles
  • 2013 – 179,523 miles
  • 2012 – 176,947 miles
  • 2011 – 173,323 miles
  • 2009 – 127,361 miles
  • 2008 – 96,050 miles
  • 2007 – 62,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,670 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear exhaust tail pipe missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,670 miles (+145)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    257,670 miles
    Test number
    737592873621
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail257,525 miles (+8,417)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,525 miles
    Test number
    101779021707
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  3. Pass249,108 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    249,108 miles
    Test number
    515409674289
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe missing
  4. Fail249,108 miles (+1,104)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,108 miles
    Test number
    765277238708
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad waring light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe missing
  5. Pass248,004 miles (+3,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    248,004 miles
    Test number
    557214929107
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass244,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    244,368 miles
    Test number
    934296534212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail244,368 miles (+3,282)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,368 miles
    Test number
    120259855247
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass241,086 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    241,086 miles
    Test number
    671502321537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail241,085 miles (+2,893)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,085 miles
    Test number
    168833848836
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rack end slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rack end slight play
  10. Pass238,192 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    238,192 miles
    Test number
    137089450207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail238,187 miles (+15,187)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,187 miles
    Test number
    557081618407
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked cracked in 4 places (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  12. Pass223,000 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    223,000 miles
    Test number
    853558937801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass221,618 miles (+32,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    221,618 miles
    Test number
    566618827474
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside front
  14. Pass189,010 miles (+9,487)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    189,010 miles
    Test number
    316265774470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass179,523 miles (+2,576)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    179,523 miles
    Test number
    886497243269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass176,947 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    176,947 miles
    Test number
    358914692199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBRAKE PAD WEARING WARNING LIGHT IS ON.
  17. Fail176,947 miles (+3,624)3 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,947 miles
    Test number
    285834092140
    • DangerousNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBRAKE PAD WEARING WARNING LIGHT IS ON.
  18. Pass173,323 miles (+45,962)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    173,323 miles
    Test number
    439993891113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass127,361 miles (+31,311)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    127,361 miles
    Test number
    391914349344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,050 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,050 miles
    Test number
    630233478282
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
  21. Pass96,050 miles (+33,632)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    96,050 miles
    Test number
    864993878213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,418 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,418 miles
    Test number
    110352297284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,390 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,390 miles
    Test number
    412239677102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,387 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,387 miles
    Test number
    241248077410
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front tyre wall
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low and surface corrosion on both discs

Questions about T3 KBW

Does T3 KBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T3 KBW expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T3 KBW?
The MOT on T3 KBW expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T3 KBW done?
T3 KBW was recorded at 257,670 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 10,896 miles a year.
Has T3 KBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 KBW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T3 KBW 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 T3 KBW find?
T3 KBW passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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