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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T400 FALMOT history

T400 FAL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 189,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2026
Mileage
189,853 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 FAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 FAL was last recorded at 189,853 miles on 13 May 2025, 2,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,180 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,673 miles
Average per year
6,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,853 miles
  • 2024 – 187,180 miles
  • 2022 – 185,162 miles
  • 2021 – 178,079 miles
  • 2020 – 172,150 miles
  • 2019 – 169,400 miles
  • 2018 – 165,282 miles
  • 2017 – 160,276 miles
  • 2016 – 155,868 miles
  • 2015 – 151,532 miles
  • 2014 – 145,123 miles
  • 2013 – 140,424 miles
  • 2012 – 129,773 miles
  • 2011 – 122,744 miles
  • 2010 – 114,982 miles
  • 2009 – 108,299 miles
  • 2008 – 97,319 miles
  • 2007 – 84,639 miles
  • 2006 – 68,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,853 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but pads good

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Horn control insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,853 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    189,853 miles
    Test number
    231616510243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but pads good

  2. Fail189,853 miles (+2,673)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,853 miles
    Test number
    918671952374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but pads good

  3. Pass187,180 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    187,180 miles
    Test number
    300457441365
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Fail187,168 miles (+2,006)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,168 miles
    Test number
    290334854253
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass185,162 miles (+7,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    185,162 miles
    Test number
    425043231219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside all slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass178,079 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    178,079 miles
    Test number
    489853688728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash

  7. Fail178,078 miles (+5,928)2 dangerous3 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,078 miles
    Test number
    969965308591
    • DangerousParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel both rear wheels (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement lever on caliper for handbrake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on edges but not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on edges but not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash

  8. Pass172,150 miles (+71)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    172,150 miles
    Test number
    926136684441
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play both lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  9. Fail172,079 miles (+25)11 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,079 miles
    Test number
    162001510851
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis,floor & sills

  10. Fail172,054 miles (+2,654)9 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,054 miles
    Test number
    451336061692
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smear
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass169,400 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    169,400 miles
    Test number
    810335830427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail169,400 miles (+4,118)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,400 miles
    Test number
    423448289598
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass165,282 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    165,282 miles
    Test number
    685433775628
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail165,280 miles (+5,004)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,280 miles
    Test number
    527464013464
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass160,276 miles (+4,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    160,276 miles
    Test number
    800239727279
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass155,868 miles (+4,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    155,868 miles
    Test number
    500789836073
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass151,532 miles (+6,409)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    151,532 miles
    Test number
    806703375014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight amount of blue smoke

  18. Pass145,123 miles (+4,699)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    145,123 miles
    Test number
    928734764071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSmall amount of blue smoke

  19. Pass140,424 miles (+10,651)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    140,424 miles
    Test number
    296644363081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    129,773 miles
    Test number
    988146842071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail129,773 miles (+7,029)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,773 miles
    Test number
    877231142067
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass122,744 miles (+7,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    122,744 miles
    Test number
    879326141067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass114,982 miles (+6,683)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    114,982 miles
    Test number
    592150850010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFlexible brake hose touching nearside front wheel on lock

  24. Pass108,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    108,299 miles
    Test number
    132551859465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail108,299 miles (+10,980)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,299 miles
    Test number
    170521059457
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass97,319 miles (+12,680)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    961817648013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,639 miles (+15,781)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    84,639 miles
    Test number
    893370857077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass68,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    151762466091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 FAL

Does T400 FAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 FAL expired on 15 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 FAL?
The MOT on T400 FAL expired on 15 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 FAL done?
T400 FAL was recorded at 189,853 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 6,303 miles a year.
Has T400 FAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 FAL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 FAL 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 FAL find?
T400 FAL passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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