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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T400 GLWMOT history

T400 GLW is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 216,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
216,259 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 GLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 GLW was last recorded at 216,259 miles on 7 May 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2011: 187,554 miles, lower than 187,559 miles on 6 Mar 2010.

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
216,249 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,259 miles
  • 2025 – 215,487 miles
  • 2024 – 214,042 miles
  • 2023 – 213,201 miles
  • 2022 – 212,185 miles
  • 2021 – 210,028 miles
  • 2020 – 209,998 miles
  • 2016 – 207,351 miles
  • 2014 – 205,608 miles
  • 2013 – 204,468 miles
  • 2012 – 195,652 miles
  • 2011 – 187,554 miles
  • 2010 – 187,559 miles
  • 2009 – 174,279 miles
  • 2008 – 166,560 miles
  • 2007 – 144,700 miles
  • 2006 – 120,636 miles
  • 2005 – 107,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,259 miles
  • MinorNearside 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 nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion near shock absorber mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 13% brake effort (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,259 miles (+10)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    216,259 miles
    Test number
    550769176415
    • MinorNearside 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 nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion near shock absorber mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 13% brake effort (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail216,249 miles (+762)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,249 miles
    Test number
    298839962039
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 41% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion near shock absorber mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  3. Pass215,487 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    215,487 miles
    Test number
    341492588170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail215,480 miles (+1,438)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,480 miles
    Test number
    568597076182
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass214,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    214,042 miles
    Test number
    754167494456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail214,022 miles (+821)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,022 miles
    Test number
    945659171119
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  7. Pass213,201 miles (+1,016)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    213,201 miles
    Test number
    659114315252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass212,185 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    212,185 miles
    Test number
    530917713323
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail212,185 miles (+2,157)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,185 miles
    Test number
    932683542239
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass210,028 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    210,028 miles
    Test number
    545681024320
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass209,998 miles (+2,647)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    209,998 miles
    Test number
    667999599425
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass207,351 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    207,351 miles
    Test number
    761488952361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail207,340 miles (+1,732)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,340 miles
    Test number
    753771389268
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel pump area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass205,608 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    205,608 miles
    Test number
    956272644151
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail205,608 miles (+1,140)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,608 miles
    Test number
    235439134457
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass204,468 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    204,468 miles
    Test number
    115431263189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail204,467 miles (+8,815)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,467 miles
    Test number
    559891153121
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass195,652 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    195,652 miles
    Test number
    536578482079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded.
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail195,652 miles (+8,098)5 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,652 miles
    Test number
    205457682036
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight diesel leak.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack arms.

  20. Pass187,554 miles2 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    187,554 miles
    Test number
    138158181420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAlternator belt loose.
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar d-bushes worn.
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre side wall.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on inner surface.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside lower ball joints.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering arms.
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Fail187,554 miles (-5)4 failures2 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,554 miles
    Test number
    468587981008
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAlternator belt loose.
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar d-bushes worn.
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre side wall.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on inner surface.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside lower ball joints.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering arms.
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Pass187,559 miles (+13,280)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    187,559 miles
    Test number
    894225660086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass174,279 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    174,279 miles
    Test number
    561135949041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass166,560 miles (+11,848)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    166,560 miles
    Test number
    614230068299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass154,712 miles (+10,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    154,712 miles
    Test number
    622634548071
    • 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)

  26. Pass144,700 miles (+10,655)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    144,700 miles
    Test number
    663517447270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass134,045 miles (+13,409)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    134,045 miles
    Test number
    171848947418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass120,636 miles (+13,289)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    120,636 miles
    Test number
    933807636296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass107,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    107,347 miles
    Test number
    351698095475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 GLW

Does T400 GLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 GLW is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 GLW?
The MOT on T400 GLW is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 GLW done?
T400 GLW was recorded at 216,259 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has T400 GLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 GLW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 GLW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T400 GLW find?
T400 GLW passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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