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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

T400 MLSMOT history

T400 MLS is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 300,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
300,794 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 MLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 MLS was last recorded at 300,794 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 3,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
297,698 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,096 miles
Average per year
8,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 300,794 miles
  • 2024 – 297,698 miles
  • 2023 – 295,323 miles
  • 2022 – 286,126 miles
  • 2021 – 277,925 miles
  • 2020 – 269,826 miles
  • 2019 – 266,182 miles
  • 2018 – 263,920 miles
  • 2017 – 262,069 miles
  • 2016 – 254,545 miles
  • 2015 – 244,458 miles
  • 2014 – 234,651 miles
  • 2013 – 225,098 miles
  • 2012 – 214,353 miles
  • 2011 – 206,438 miles
  • 2010 – 195,716 miles
  • 2009 – 181,019 miles
  • 2008 – 165,024 miles
  • 2007 – 148,096 miles
  • 2006 – 133,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass300,794 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass300,794 miles (+3,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    300,794 miles
    Test number
    880606963585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass297,698 miles (+2,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    297,698 miles
    Test number
    342110149159
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass295,323 miles (+9,197)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    295,323 miles
    Test number
    703297110033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass286,126 miles (+8,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    286,126 miles
    Test number
    444233453754
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass277,925 miles (+8,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    277,925 miles
    Test number
    792072230189
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass269,826 miles (+3,644)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    269,826 miles
    Test number
    497762806269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass266,182 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    266,182 miles
    Test number
    251012494930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass263,920 miles (+1,851)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    263,920 miles
    Test number
    803050459181
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass262,069 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    262,069 miles
    Test number
    633531385090
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail262,069 miles (+7,524)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,069 miles
    Test number
    792151882078
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass254,545 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    254,545 miles
    Test number
    199251260928
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion STEP AND SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FRONT (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail254,545 miles (+10,087)15 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,545 miles
    Test number
    933523910520
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ON CALIPER (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FLEXY (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated CENTRE (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ON ARM (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ON CALIPER (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FLEXY (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated CENTRE (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ON ARM (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion STEP AND SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FRONT (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass244,458 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    244,458 miles
    Test number
    571433414190
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Fail244,458 miles (+9,807)5 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,458 miles
    Test number
    284278056754
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  15. Pass234,651 miles (+9,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    234,651 miles
    Test number
    476654094256
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass225,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    225,098 miles
    Test number
    175968583240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail225,098 miles (+10,745)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,098 miles
    Test number
    648148683244
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass214,353 miles (+7,915)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    214,353 miles
    Test number
    956470802328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  19. Pass206,438 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    206,438 miles
    Test number
    807585421361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  20. Fail206,438 miles (+10,722)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,438 miles
    Test number
    796105421384
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Pass195,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    195,716 miles
    Test number
    144136520394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail195,713 miles (+14,694)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,713 miles
    Test number
    312456520336
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail181,019 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,019 miles
    Test number
    404690929368
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass181,019 miles (+15,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    181,019 miles
    Test number
    811540129313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass165,024 miles (+16,928)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    165,024 miles
    Test number
    132373728381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail148,096 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,096 miles
    Test number
    374952537311
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass148,096 miles (+14,939)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    148,096 miles
    Test number
    514702937387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass133,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    133,157 miles
    Test number
    394234436361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 MLS

Does T400 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 MLS is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T400 MLS?
The MOT on T400 MLS is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 MLS done?
T400 MLS was recorded at 300,794 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 8,852 miles a year.
Has T400 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 MLS has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on T400 MLS 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 MLS find?
T400 MLS passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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