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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T400 BMSMOT history

T400 BMS is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 279,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
279,573 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 BMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 BMS was last recorded at 279,573 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
279,573 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 279,573 miles
  • 2023 – 275,312 miles
  • 2022 – 267,156 miles
  • 2021 – 255,299 miles
  • 2020 – 249,230 miles
  • 2019 – 248,895 miles
  • 2018 – 227,456 miles
  • 2016 – 223,632 miles
  • 2015 – 215,045 miles
  • 2014 – 191,613 miles
  • 2013 – 167,768 miles
  • 2012 – 150,312 miles
  • 2011 – 140,077 miles
  • 2010 – 131,039 miles
  • 2009 – 116,466 miles
  • 2008 – 96,510 miles
  • 2007 – 75,715 miles
  • 2006 – 58,238 miles
  • 2005 – 47,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass279,573 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Inner sill holed outside prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass279,573 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    279,573 miles
    Test number
    599649976723
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail279,573 miles (+4,261)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,573 miles
    Test number
    611729984063
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal holed X 2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass275,312 miles (+8,156)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    275,312 miles
    Test number
    157067089072
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass267,156 miles (+11,857)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    267,156 miles
    Test number
    184248189058
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass255,299 miles (+6,069)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    255,299 miles
    Test number
    535208926437
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts - no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Sliding door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at wear marks (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass249,230 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    249,230 miles
    Test number
    157249495370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail249,210 miles (+315)10 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,210 miles
    Test number
    692622794801
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Does not illuminate (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure Both lights (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both, limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass248,895 miles (+21,439)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    248,895 miles
    Test number
    157055145243
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass227,456 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    227,456 miles
    Test number
    512692629879
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened parking brake cable (3.5.1b)

  10. Fail227,456 miles (+3,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,456 miles
    Test number
    690792126806
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened parking brake cable (3.5.1b)

  11. Pass223,632 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    223,632 miles
    Test number
    226617010445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail223,632 miles (+8,587)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,632 miles
    Test number
    601091130467
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass215,045 miles (+23,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    215,045 miles
    Test number
    878766567950
    • AdvisoryEngine oil keak

  14. Pass191,613 miles (+23,845)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    191,613 miles
    Test number
    698689904232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres wearing uneven

  15. Fail167,768 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,768 miles
    Test number
    467214323282
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass167,768 miles (+17,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    167,768 miles
    Test number
    495994523299
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass150,312 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    150,312 miles
    Test number
    148200232213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  18. Fail150,312 miles (+10,235)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,312 miles
    Test number
    265927122231
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass140,077 miles (+9,038)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    140,077 miles
    Test number
    546648221239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracking on side wall
    • NoteSmall split in o/s front lower ball joint

  20. Pass131,039 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    131,039 miles
    Test number
    664931630257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail131,032 miles (+14,566)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,032 miles
    Test number
    952738920238
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted
    • NoteSlight play in n/s and o/s steering rack

  22. Pass116,466 miles (+19,956)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    116,466 miles
    Test number
    994623329247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,510 miles (+20,795)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    383358628215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,715 miles (+17,477)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    224788427297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,238 miles (+11,035)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    58,238 miles
    Test number
    934619606257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass47,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    47,203 miles
    Test number
    821902025274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 BMS

Does T400 BMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 BMS expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 BMS?
The MOT on T400 BMS expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 BMS done?
T400 BMS was recorded at 279,573 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 11,593 miles a year.
Has T400 BMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 BMS has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 BMS 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 BMS find?
T400 BMS passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front lower oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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