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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,459 cc

T400 ABRMOT history

T400 ABR is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 167,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
167,631 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 ABR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 ABR was last recorded at 167,631 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,877 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,754 miles
Average per year
6,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,631 miles
  • 2025 – 164,877 miles
  • 2024 – 163,894 miles
  • 2023 – 162,147 miles
  • 2021 – 157,547 miles
  • 2020 – 155,509 miles
  • 2019 – 152,904 miles
  • 2017 – 140,179 miles
  • 2016 – 129,747 miles
  • 2015 – 121,378 miles
  • 2014 – 114,562 miles
  • 2013 – 106,154 miles
  • 2012 – 98,138 miles
  • 2011 – 90,355 miles
  • 2010 – 81,188 miles
  • 2009 – 67,452 miles
  • 2008 – 57,833 miles
  • 2007 – 48,836 miles
  • 2006 – 39,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear service brake effort lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre Feathered inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,631 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    167,631 miles
    Test number
    136810975318
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake effort low

  2. Fail167,631 miles (+2,754)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,631 miles
    Test number
    901377340851
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake effort low

  3. Pass164,877 miles (+983)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    164,877 miles
    Test number
    711973832108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake effort low

  4. Pass163,894 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    163,894 miles
    Test number
    941663996407
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Feathered inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail163,894 miles (+1,747)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,894 miles
    Test number
    457595960109
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Feathered inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass162,147 miles (+4,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,147 miles
    Test number
    590517843400
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake effort lower than offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass157,547 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    157,547 miles
    Test number
    526737521749
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear unable to check wheel bearing due to brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail157,547 miles (+2,038)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,547 miles
    Test number
    412564558594
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear unable to check wheel bearing due to brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass155,509 miles (+2,605)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,509 miles
    Test number
    719793954129
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door handle loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp adjuster broken
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency just met
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind nearside rear and park brake effort low

  10. Pass152,904 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    152,904 miles
    Test number
    248051041450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdditional rear passenger seats bolted to van floor

  11. Fail152,904 miles (+12,725)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,904 miles
    Test number
    668642880697
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively clutch (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle sliding (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdditional rear passenger seats bolted to van floor

  12. Pass140,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    140,179 miles
    Test number
    313186660817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail140,179 miles (+10,432)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,179 miles
    Test number
    291506208643
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass129,747 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    129,747 miles
    Test number
    340918495535
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger seat secure to floor but advise stronger fixings

  15. Fail129,737 miles (+8,359)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,737 miles
    Test number
    806744351244
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger seat secure to floor but advise stronger fixings
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail121,378 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,378 miles
    Test number
    589902265068
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass121,378 miles (+6,816)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,378 miles
    Test number
    865542365028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass114,562 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    114,562 miles
    Test number
    785641674097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Fail114,562 miles (+8,408)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,562 miles
    Test number
    468544164091
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Pass106,154 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,154 miles
    Test number
    646524263000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  21. Fail106,154 miles (+8,016)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,154 miles
    Test number
    729594663061
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  22. Pass98,138 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    808597762073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail98,104 miles (+7,749)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,104 miles
    Test number
    388821262071
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass90,355 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,355 miles
    Test number
    189952161064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail90,317 miles (+9,129)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,317 miles
    Test number
    168351961471
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteSlight leak from exhaust centre pipe and rear silencer

  26. Pass81,188 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    81,188 miles
    Test number
    274441060053
    • NoteAll outer wheel rims damaged
    • NoteN/s/f inner wheel rim damaged
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre below 1mm inner and outer edges

  27. Fail81,188 miles (+13,736)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,188 miles
    Test number
    691611460057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAll outer wheel rims damaged
    • NoteN/s/f inner wheel rim damaged
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre below 1mm inner and outer edges

  28. Pass67,452 miles (+9,619)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,452 miles
    Test number
    260553069073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass57,833 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,833 miles
    Test number
    941525368067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail57,811 miles (+8,975)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,811 miles
    Test number
    502494068073
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  31. Pass48,836 miles (+9,555)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,836 miles
    Test number
    910040167084
    • NoteO/s mirror temp small replacement secured with tape

  32. Pass39,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,281 miles
    Test number
    394525066015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 ABR

Does T400 ABR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 ABR is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 ABR?
The MOT on T400 ABR is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 ABR done?
T400 ABR was recorded at 167,631 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 6,354 miles a year.
Has T400 ABR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 ABR has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 ABR 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 T400 ABR find?
T400 ABR passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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