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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T400 RAOMOT history

T400 RAO is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 208,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
208,780 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 RAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 RAO was last recorded at 208,780 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,777 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,780 miles
  • 2025 – 204,901 miles
  • 2024 – 200,190 miles
  • 2023 – 198,397 miles
  • 2022 – 197,113 miles
  • 2020 – 195,348 miles
  • 2019 – 192,348 miles
  • 2018 – 188,323 miles
  • 2017 – 183,844 miles
  • 2016 – 181,217 miles
  • 2015 – 174,010 miles
  • 2014 – 164,381 miles
  • 2012 – 154,273 miles
  • 2011 – 151,913 miles
  • 2010 – 148,311 miles
  • 2009 – 144,427 miles
  • 2008 – 139,955 miles
  • 2007 – 134,554 miles
  • 2006 – 129,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,780 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear brake pad warning wire broken but not exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear wiper arm missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,780 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    208,780 miles
    Test number
    285635427295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail208,777 miles (+3,876)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,777 miles
    Test number
    583708671670
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass204,901 miles (+4,711)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    204,901 miles
    Test number
    425782041470
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill section (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass200,190 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    200,190 miles
    Test number
    798456741232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass198,397 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    198,397 miles
    Test number
    598506026560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass197,113 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    197,113 miles
    Test number
    683113149538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass195,348 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    195,348 miles
    Test number
    257721694517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass192,348 miles (+4,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    192,348 miles
    Test number
    270316035841
    • AdvisorySign of corrosion on both sides outer sill

  9. Pass188,323 miles (+4,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    188,323 miles
    Test number
    287627667991
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass183,844 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    183,844 miles
    Test number
    624205550128
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad warning wire broken but not exposed
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm missing

  11. Fail183,844 miles (+2,627)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,844 miles
    Test number
    627062937493
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad warning wire broken but not exposed
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm missing

  12. Pass181,217 miles (+7,207)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    181,217 miles
    Test number
    494110695272
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay rack ends

  13. Pass174,010 miles (+9,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    174,010 miles
    Test number
    326292565033
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass164,381 miles (+10,108)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    164,381 miles
    Test number
    935230964005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear both tyres slighlty perished

  15. Pass154,273 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    154,273 miles
    Test number
    615210792209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass151,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    151,913 miles
    Test number
    275310791263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail151,913 miles (+3,602)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,913 miles
    Test number
    428370691224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass148,311 miles (+3,884)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    148,311 miles
    Test number
    962667070221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass144,427 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    144,427 miles
    Test number
    641818979209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass139,955 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    139,955 miles
    Test number
    463527178223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass134,554 miles (+4,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    134,554 miles
    Test number
    822510657213
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass129,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    129,595 miles
    Test number
    862136856209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 RAO

Does T400 RAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 RAO is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 RAO?
The MOT on T400 RAO is valid until 29 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 RAO done?
T400 RAO was recorded at 208,780 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,086 miles a year.
Has T400 RAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 RAO has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 RAO 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 RAO find?
T400 RAO passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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