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Volkswagen Transporter

Black and Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

T400 JDLMOT history

T400 JDL is a black and green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 183,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
183,416 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 JDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black and Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 JDL was last recorded at 183,416 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,411 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,416 miles
  • 2025 – 181,156 miles
  • 2024 – 177,792 miles
  • 2022 – 176,509 miles
  • 2021 – 170,674 miles
  • 2020 – 163,222 miles
  • 2019 – 158,879 miles
  • 2018 – 152,931 miles
  • 2017 – 147,651 miles
  • 2016 – 143,409 miles
  • 2015 – 135,784 miles
  • 2014 – 133,385 miles
  • 2010 – 127,808 miles
  • 2009 – 115,962 miles
  • 2008 – 106,541 miles
  • 2007 – 99,059 miles
  • 2006 – 88,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,416 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,416 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    183,416 miles
    Test number
    429546776543
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail183,411 miles (+2,255)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,411 miles
    Test number
    477535952601
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass181,156 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    181,156 miles
    Test number
    474951709295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail181,134 miles (+3,342)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,134 miles
    Test number
    568129054789
    • DangerousNearside Front Drive shaft likely to become detached inner bolts (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill spot welded lower edge (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 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 insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill step and wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch holed but not a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass177,792 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,792 miles
    Test number
    431958691448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,786 miles (+1,277)2 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,786 miles
    Test number
    196822384696
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (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 Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass176,509 miles (+5,835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    176,509 miles
    Test number
    482408884956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Aft bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass170,674 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    170,674 miles
    Test number
    916027740709
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  9. Fail170,674 miles (+7,452)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,674 miles
    Test number
    671230471357
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inbored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  10. Pass163,222 miles (+4,343)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    163,222 miles
    Test number
    168275577916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,879 miles (+5,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,879 miles
    Test number
    807526694340
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounts slightly corroded
  12. Pass152,931 miles (+12)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    152,931 miles
    Test number
    611136525930
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  13. Fail152,919 miles (+5,268)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,919 miles
    Test number
    335567978771
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  14. Pass147,651 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    147,651 miles
    Test number
    512109753450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,409 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    143,409 miles
    Test number
    588122461207
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Fail143,393 miles (+7,609)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,393 miles
    Test number
    651124586729
    • FailureFront Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass135,784 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    135,784 miles
    Test number
    765584055144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail135,768 miles (+2,383)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,768 miles
    Test number
    807176245176
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
  19. Pass133,385 miles (+5,577)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,385 miles
    Test number
    338092944187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,808 miles (+11,846)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    127,808 miles
    Test number
    773051450293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,962 miles (+9,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    115,962 miles
    Test number
    770170849296
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
  22. Pass106,541 miles (+7,482)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    106,541 miles
    Test number
    373545418446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,059 miles (+10,208)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,059 miles
    Test number
    353883817244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    88,851 miles
    Test number
    263753796185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,851 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,851 miles
    Test number
    914373496174
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T400 JDL

Does T400 JDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 JDL is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 JDL?
The MOT on T400 JDL is valid until 19 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 JDL done?
T400 JDL was recorded at 183,416 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has T400 JDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 JDL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 JDL 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 JDL find?
T400 JDL passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock.

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