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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T400 DKSMOT history

T400 DKS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 189,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
189,188 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 DKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 DKS was last recorded at 189,188 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,115 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
6,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,188 miles
  • 2025 – 188,412 miles
  • 2024 – 187,070 miles
  • 2023 – 185,906 miles
  • 2022 – 184,710 miles
  • 2020 – 178,836 miles
  • 2019 – 171,734 miles
  • 2018 – 165,623 miles
  • 2017 – 154,204 miles
  • 2016 – 143,108 miles
  • 2015 – 132,748 miles
  • 2014 – 124,151 miles
  • 2013 – 113,462 miles
  • 2012 – 108,446 miles
  • 2011 – 101,690 miles
  • 2010 – 94,737 miles
  • 2009 – 88,615 miles
  • 2008 – 80,104 miles
  • 2007 – 72,044 miles
  • 2006 – 62,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,188 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both bushes are worn) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at bottom of sliding door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper reinforcer is very heavily corroded !!!Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle is heavily corroded but not within prescribed areas or structurally weakened.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (beneath sliding door)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,188 miles (+73)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    189,188 miles
    Test number
    310573063493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both bushes are worn) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at bottom of sliding door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper reinforcer is very heavily corroded !!!
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle is heavily corroded but not within prescribed areas or structurally weakened.

  2. Fail189,115 miles (+703)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,115 miles
    Test number
    690120609447
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at bottom of sliding door is very heavily corroded but not seriously weakened (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper reinforcer is very heavily corroded !!!
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle is heavily corroded but not within prescribed areas or structurally weakened.

  3. Pass188,412 miles (+1,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    188,412 miles
    Test number
    606714500443
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both n/s o/s brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine showing signs of smoking under load

  4. Pass187,070 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    187,070 miles
    Test number
    713944826718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (beneath sliding door) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail187,070 miles (+1,164)4 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,070 miles
    Test number
    998082751773
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (beneath sliding door) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass185,906 miles (+1,196)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    185,906 miles
    Test number
    146936752896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass184,710 miles (+5,874)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    184,710 miles
    Test number
    453665936553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass178,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    178,836 miles
    Test number
    710986506482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail178,836 miles (+7,102)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,836 miles
    Test number
    786667788810
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass171,734 miles (+6,111)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    171,734 miles
    Test number
    104817963911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear service brake shows signs of low effort
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryWeak horn

  11. Pass165,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    165,623 miles
    Test number
    642693664226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail165,623 miles (+11,419)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,623 miles
    Test number
    661074793164
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass154,204 miles (+11,096)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    154,204 miles
    Test number
    119467245780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake showing little effort
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash

  14. Pass143,108 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    143,108 miles
    Test number
    456704044264
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail143,102 miles (+10,354)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,102 miles
    Test number
    528230838478
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass132,748 miles (+8,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    132,748 miles
    Test number
    386292295178
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass124,151 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    124,151 miles
    Test number
    805798894154
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate bulbs dim

  18. Fail124,151 miles (+10,689)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,151 miles
    Test number
    758907294104
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate bulbs dim

  19. Pass113,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    916817733122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass113,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    787957733116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail113,462 miles (+5,016)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    908347533134
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass108,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,446 miles
    Test number
    209652452159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail108,446 miles (+6,756)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,446 miles
    Test number
    475842452148
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass101,690 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    101,690 miles
    Test number
    238103441154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail101,690 miles (+6,953)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,690 miles
    Test number
    949803341175
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass94,737 miles (+6,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,737 miles
    Test number
    554136810128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass88,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    850828129139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail88,615 miles (+8,511)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    340288629174
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePad sensoer on the offside rear
    • NoteWindsreen

  29. Fail80,104 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,104 miles
    Test number
    214013628197
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake Pad Warning Lamp On (unable to see condtion of pads)
    • NoteFront Number Plate Damaged

  30. Pass80,104 miles (+8,060)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    80,104 miles
    Test number
    723883128170
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake Pad Warning Lamp On (unable to see condtion of pads)
    • NoteFront Number Plate Damaged

  31. Pass72,044 miles (+9,261)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    183673427137
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade
    • NoteWater in fog lamp lense

  32. Pass62,783 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,783 miles
    Test number
    120404446496
    • NoteSlight damaged to nearside front tyre side wall

Questions about T400 DKS

Does T400 DKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 DKS is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 DKS?
The MOT on T400 DKS is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 DKS done?
T400 DKS was recorded at 189,188 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 6,255 miles a year.
Has T400 DKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 DKS has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 DKS 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 DKS find?
T400 DKS passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both bushes are worn); nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at bottom of sliding door, and 2 more.

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