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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T400 MLAMOT history

T400 MLA is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
139,389 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 MLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 MLA was last recorded at 139,389 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 6,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
132,833 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,556 miles
Average per year
5,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,389 miles
  • 2024 – 124,888 miles
  • 2023 – 116,150 miles
  • 2022 – 109,173 miles
  • 2021 – 100,579 miles
  • 2020 – 92,399 miles
  • 2019 – 83,095 miles
  • 2017 – 79,033 miles
  • 2015 – 74,816 miles
  • 2014 – 70,071 miles
  • 2013 – 66,911 miles
  • 2012 – 64,261 miles
  • 2011 – 58,979 miles
  • 2010 – 54,780 miles
  • 2009 – 51,314 miles
  • 2008 – 47,962 miles
  • 2007 – 38,242 miles
  • 2006 – 28,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,389 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,389 miles (+6,556)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    139,389 miles
    Test number
    339859526330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass132,833 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,833 miles
    Test number
    721664229841
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sliding door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail132,833 miles (+7,945)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,833 miles
    Test number
    668024226639
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sliding door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass124,888 miles (+8,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,888 miles
    Test number
    818456170134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass116,150 miles (+6,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,150 miles
    Test number
    254325648292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass109,173 miles (+8,594)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,173 miles
    Test number
    621235355497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,579 miles
    Test number
    535237362839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,579 miles (+8,180)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,579 miles
    Test number
    663610993814
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,399 miles
    Test number
    983626223920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,398 miles (+9,303)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,398 miles
    Test number
    152079250120
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass83,095 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,095 miles
    Test number
    864413352635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,033 miles (+2,681)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,033 miles
    Test number
    949768062566
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres in poor condition, worn bald on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting not supporting exhaust
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass76,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,352 miles
    Test number
    236036003085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has reduced damping effort

  14. Fail76,352 miles (+1,536)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,352 miles
    Test number
    280475584575
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has reduced damping effort

  15. Pass74,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,816 miles
    Test number
    464177079119
    • AdvisorySlight play offside steering rack inner joint

  16. Fail74,816 miles (+4,745)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,816 miles
    Test number
    993018384256
    • Repaired at testHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySlight play offside steering rack inner joint

  17. Pass70,071 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    775413944396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,911 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,911 miles
    Test number
    209516143355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,261 miles (+5,282)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    959162942302
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on wear indicator
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass58,979 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,979 miles
    Test number
    175378041381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,780 miles
    Test number
    394873930347
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  22. Fail54,780 miles (+3,466)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,780 miles
    Test number
    484853630438
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  23. Pass51,314 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,314 miles
    Test number
    432395459305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear seat is incorrectly mounted at base and insecure

  24. Fail51,314 miles (+3,352)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,314 miles
    Test number
    760695659340
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteN/S/F Outer cv boot inner clip loose
    • NoteRear seat is incorrectly mounted at base and insecure

  25. Pass47,962 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,962 miles
    Test number
    333302058326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOuter side wall of nearside rear tyre damaged slightly

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    343246247331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,242 miles (+10,033)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,242 miles
    Test number
    164997817183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,209 miles
    Test number
    222748726183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 MLA

Does T400 MLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 MLA is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 MLA?
The MOT on T400 MLA is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 MLA done?
T400 MLA was recorded at 139,389 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,661 miles a year.
Has T400 MLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 MLA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 MLA 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 MLA find?
T400 MLA passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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