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Volkswagen Transporter

Cream and Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T400 BRAMOT history

T400 BRA is a cream and red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 255,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2026
Mileage
255,222 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 BRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Cream and Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 BRA was last recorded at 255,222 miles on 12 May 2025, 6,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2011: 199,029 miles, lower than 199,200 miles on 31 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
248,460 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6,762 miles
Average per year
6,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 255,222 miles
  • 2023 – 248,460 miles
  • 2022 – 241,769 miles
  • 2021 – 237,194 miles
  • 2020 – 233,366 miles
  • 2019 – 229,449 miles
  • 2018 – 226,624 miles
  • 2017 – 223,402 miles
  • 2016 – 220,130 miles
  • 2015 – 217,270 miles
  • 2013 – 213,489 miles
  • 2012 – 205,096 miles
  • 2011 – 199,029 miles
  • 2010 – 190,337 miles
  • 2009 – 186,665 miles
  • 2008 – 181,216 miles
  • 2007 – 159,758 miles
  • 2006 – 134,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,222 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Modified suspension fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass255,222 miles (+6,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    255,222 miles
    Test number
    548926027256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass248,460 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    248,460 miles
    Test number
    847901039522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  3. Fail248,406 miles (+6,637)11 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,406 miles
    Test number
    918730511393
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure drivers foot well (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass241,769 miles (+4,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    241,769 miles
    Test number
    190513371578
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber split

  5. Pass237,194 miles (+3,828)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    237,194 miles
    Test number
    740041721318
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass233,366 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    233,366 miles
    Test number
    373483138040
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail233,359 miles (+3,910)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,359 miles
    Test number
    403336297782
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass229,449 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    229,449 miles
    Test number
    776380918892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail229,444 miles (+2,820)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,444 miles
    Test number
    224764904145
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass226,624 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    226,624 miles
    Test number
    546742198743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass223,402 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    223,402 miles
    Test number
    337618309130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail223,390 miles (+3,260)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,390 miles
    Test number
    990342108321
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass220,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    220,130 miles
    Test number
    275256561744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail220,130 miles (+2,860)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,130 miles
    Test number
    409594115109
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass217,270 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    217,270 miles
    Test number
    209490945040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail217,270 miles (+3,781)5 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,270 miles
    Test number
    645680545007
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass213,489 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    213,489 miles
    Test number
    339376673142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail213,480 miles (+8,384)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,480 miles
    Test number
    196626273112
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass205,096 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    205,096 miles
    Test number
    166177162126
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail205,070 miles (+6,041)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,070 miles
    Test number
    846394162171
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass199,029 miles (-171)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    199,029 miles
    Test number
    399933151173
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail199,200 miles (+8,863)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,200 miles
    Test number
    169561951188
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass190,337 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    190,337 miles
    Test number
    274709160060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass186,665 miles (+5,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    186,665 miles
    Test number
    334333719189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass181,216 miles (+21,458)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    181,216 miles
    Test number
    950666208190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f outer cv boot loosing greese (slight)
    • NoteN/s/r light lense cracked

  26. Pass159,758 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    159,758 miles
    Test number
    244183717155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRoof rack load poor security

  27. Fail159,758 miles (+24,892)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,758 miles
    Test number
    564379707101
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRoof rack load poor securty

  28. Pass134,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    134,866 miles
    Test number
    770009706185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 BRA

Does T400 BRA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 BRA expired on 11 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 BRA?
The MOT on T400 BRA expired on 11 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 BRA done?
T400 BRA was recorded at 255,222 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2025, an average of 6,313 miles a year.
Has T400 BRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 BRA has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T400 BRA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T400 BRA find?
T400 BRA passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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