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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T400 HLNMOT history

T400 HLN is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 281,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
281,761 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 HLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 HLN was last recorded at 281,761 miles on 8 May 2026, 5,948 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,813 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,948 miles
Average per year
8,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 281,761 miles
  • 2025 – 275,813 miles
  • 2024 – 270,169 miles
  • 2023 – 268,138 miles
  • 2022 – 264,308 miles
  • 2021 – 260,198 miles
  • 2020 – 256,346 miles
  • 2019 – 248,774 miles
  • 2017 – 242,827 miles
  • 2016 – 230,514 miles
  • 2015 – 216,275 miles
  • 2014 – 205,008 miles
  • 2013 – 189,313 miles
  • 2012 – 175,790 miles
  • 2011 – 159,626 miles
  • 2010 – 150,295 miles
  • 2009 – 144,587 miles
  • 2008 – 135,063 miles
  • 2007 – 113,217 miles
  • 2006 – 111,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass281,761 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blades split

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass281,761 miles (+5,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    281,761 miles
    Test number
    524998372072
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blades split

  2. Pass275,813 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    275,813 miles
    Test number
    940755038908
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside (3.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Fail275,812 miles (+5,643)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,812 miles
    Test number
    328039561137
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside (3.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass270,169 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    270,169 miles
    Test number
    692573336398
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail270,158 miles (+2,020)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,158 miles
    Test number
    784069315625
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass268,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    268,138 miles
    Test number
    459721682673
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail268,138 miles (+3,830)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,138 miles
    Test number
    927709083319
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass264,308 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    264,308 miles
    Test number
    406873552932
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail264,308 miles (+4,110)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,308 miles
    Test number
    741356523921
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass260,198 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    260,198 miles
    Test number
    469000679292
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail260,184 miles (+3,838)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,184 miles
    Test number
    993371544700
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass256,346 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    256,346 miles
    Test number
    298924077897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail256,338 miles (+7,564)1 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,338 miles
    Test number
    671036337369
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass248,774 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    248,774 miles
    Test number
    141040764638
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  15. Fail248,773 miles (+5,946)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,773 miles
    Test number
    294161966345
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front pad wear indicator wire broken.
    • 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))

  16. Pass242,827 miles (+12,313)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    242,827 miles
    Test number
    504087069959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass230,514 miles (+14,239)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    230,514 miles
    Test number
    683709131655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass216,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    216,275 miles
    Test number
    586698645649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail216,275 miles (+11,267)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,275 miles
    Test number
    600666218120
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass205,008 miles (+15,695)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    205,008 miles
    Test number
    649204214374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise on slight play in steering rack

  21. Pass189,313 miles (+13,523)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    189,313 miles
    Test number
    157819803394
    • NoteAdvise on slight play in steering rack

  22. Pass175,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    175,790 miles
    Test number
    118981412355
    • NoteAdvise on slight play in steering rack and n/s rear tyre 2.5mm

  23. Fail175,790 miles (+16,164)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,790 miles
    Test number
    859100412314
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise on slight play in steering rack and n/s rear tyre 2.5mm

  24. Pass159,626 miles (+9,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    159,626 miles
    Test number
    497164801419
    • NoteAdvise on slight play in o/s front track rod end small hole in exhaust and condition of rear discs

  25. Pass150,295 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    150,295 miles
    Test number
    404790610391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail150,290 miles (+5,703)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,290 miles
    Test number
    454105100323
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass144,587 miles (+9,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    144,587 miles
    Test number
    732810199248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass135,063 miles (+21,846)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    135,063 miles
    Test number
    320730388422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass113,217 miles (+1,571)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    113,217 miles
    Test number
    543296777240
    • NoteThree small chips to windscreen

  30. Pass111,646 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    111,646 miles
    Test number
    283322876184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail111,644 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,644 miles
    Test number
    421627166179
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T400 HLN

Does T400 HLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 HLN is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 HLN?
The MOT on T400 HLN is valid until 27 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 HLN done?
T400 HLN was recorded at 281,761 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 8,552 miles a year.
Has T400 HLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 HLN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 HLN 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 HLN find?
T400 HLN passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; rear wiper blades split.

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