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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

T400 ELDMOT history

T400 ELD is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 230,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2025
Mileage
230,454 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 ELD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 ELD was last recorded at 230,454 miles on 17 Dec 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,435 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 230,454 miles
  • 2023 – 227,391 miles
  • 2022 – 221,672 miles
  • 2021 – 216,884 miles
  • 2019 – 205,418 miles
  • 2014 – 192,424 miles
  • 2013 – 185,776 miles
  • 2012 – 178,849 miles
  • 2011 – 171,689 miles
  • 2010 – 164,246 miles
  • 2009 – 152,123 miles
  • 2008 – 138,706 miles
  • 2007 – 129,259 miles
  • 2006 – 117,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,454 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Steering system slightly rough

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,454 miles (+19)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    230,454 miles
    Test number
    571708220215
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail230,435 miles (+3)2 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,435 miles
    Test number
    285914849211
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail230,432 miles (+3,041)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,432 miles
    Test number
    290572321645
    • MajorCentral Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass227,391 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    227,391 miles
    Test number
    794570600552
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInjector leak off piping is weeping
  5. Fail227,391 miles (+5,719)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,391 miles
    Test number
    290136380442
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition exhaust silencers missing,system modified to side exit (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInjector leak off piping is weeping
  6. Pass221,672 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    221,672 miles
    Test number
    325244595184
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  7. Fail221,666 miles (+4,782)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,666 miles
    Test number
    506032039415
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose All (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  8. Pass216,884 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    216,884 miles
    Test number
    451483174584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Fail216,879 miles (+11,461)1 dangerous15 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,879 miles
    Test number
    720804061493
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded throughout
  10. Pass205,418 miles (+2)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    205,418 miles
    Test number
    145186920554
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper valance corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  11. Fail205,416 miles (+12,992)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,416 miles
    Test number
    329566741522
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn at frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn at frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper valance corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  12. Pass192,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    192,424 miles
    Test number
    397152334498
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
  13. Fail192,424 miles (+6,648)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,424 miles
    Test number
    976262234263
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
  14. Pass185,776 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    185,776 miles
    Test number
    377253553486
    • NoteEngine oil leak
  15. Fail185,776 miles (+6,927)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,776 miles
    Test number
    405393853202
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
  16. Pass178,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    178,849 miles
    Test number
    505699242239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail178,849 miles (+7,160)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,849 miles
    Test number
    865999442233
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass171,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    171,689 miles
    Test number
    689438441276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail171,686 miles (+7,440)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,686 miles
    Test number
    737978841200
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  20. Pass164,246 miles (+12,123)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    164,246 miles
    Test number
    213459940269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass152,123 miles (+13,417)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    152,123 miles
    Test number
    363816009116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass138,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    138,706 miles
    Test number
    892260258004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail138,706 miles (+9,447)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,706 miles
    Test number
    211910958000
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  24. Pass129,259 miles (+11,496)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    129,259 miles
    Test number
    453049907036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass117,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    117,763 miles
    Test number
    432993226095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 ELD

Does T400 ELD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 ELD expired on 16 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 ELD?
The MOT on T400 ELD expired on 16 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 ELD done?
T400 ELD was recorded at 230,454 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2024, an average of 5,963 miles a year.
Has T400 ELD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 ELD has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T400 ELD 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 ELD find?
T400 ELD passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2024 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside windscreen wiper blade defective, and 7 more.

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