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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T400 SAYMOT history

T400 SAY is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 244,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
244,948 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 SAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 SAY was last recorded at 244,948 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,946 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 244,948 miles
  • 2024 – 243,427 miles
  • 2023 – 240,242 miles
  • 2022 – 235,889 miles
  • 2021 – 234,056 miles
  • 2020 – 231,607 miles
  • 2019 – 230,368 miles
  • 2018 – 228,463 miles
  • 2017 – 228,463 miles
  • 2016 – 228,463 miles
  • 2014 – 221,283 miles
  • 2013 – 213,449 miles
  • 2012 – 195,227 miles
  • 2011 – 182,805 miles
  • 2010 – 178,961 miles
  • 2009 – 177,637 miles
  • 2008 – 171,919 miles
  • 2007 – 143,720 miles
  • 2006 – 131,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,948 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner wing holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,948 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    244,948 miles
    Test number
    746444533594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail244,946 miles (+1,519)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,946 miles
    Test number
    753682642649
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet not securing [only on secondary catch]
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass243,427 miles (+3,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    243,427 miles
    Test number
    772917441437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass240,242 miles (+202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    240,242 miles
    Test number
    576785452740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexi lightly cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail240,040 miles (+4,151)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,040 miles
    Test number
    454436187992
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexi lightly cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass235,889 miles (+1,833)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    235,889 miles
    Test number
    224009600850
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre leaking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill soft and corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass234,056 miles (+37)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    234,056 miles
    Test number
    132754322630
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail234,019 miles (+2,412)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,019 miles
    Test number
    409083634210
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass231,607 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    231,607 miles
    Test number
    499417152039
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Fail231,607 miles (+1,239)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,607 miles
    Test number
    400865104837
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass230,368 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    230,368 miles
    Test number
    692157583750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail230,368 miles (+1,905)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,368 miles
    Test number
    768330886979
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass228,463 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    552731345689
    • DangerousFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront noise from engine area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in oil not allowing full inspection of various components

  14. Fail228,463 miles3 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    796813201731
    • DangerousFront Oil leak
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront noise from engine area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in oil not allowing full inspection of various components

  15. Pass228,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    661416497884
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on coil springs and rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail228,463 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    513076388458
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on coil springs and rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass228,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    731746166577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail228,463 miles (+7,180)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,463 miles
    Test number
    881687939779
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass221,283 miles (+7,834)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    221,283 miles
    Test number
    896147344374
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass213,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    213,449 miles
    Test number
    335920353320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail213,449 miles (+18,222)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,449 miles
    Test number
    289730353318
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass195,227 miles (+12,422)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    195,227 miles
    Test number
    717026782255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak to engine
    • NoteRemoved phone holder to prevent obstruction to drivers view
    • NoteStone chips to screen

  23. Pass182,805 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    182,805 miles
    Test number
    498642491238
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded

  24. Fail182,805 miles (+3,844)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,805 miles
    Test number
    959082691265
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded

  25. Pass178,961 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    178,961 miles
    Test number
    740777450315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail178,956 miles (+1,319)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,956 miles
    Test number
    800126750384
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  27. Pass177,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    177,637 miles
    Test number
    360645559353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Fail177,637 miles (+5,718)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,637 miles
    Test number
    420705059387
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass171,919 miles (+11,193)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    171,919 miles
    Test number
    184661858351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass160,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    160,726 miles
    Test number
    372855118011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail160,726 miles (+17,006)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,726 miles
    Test number
    591461118095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass143,720 miles (+11,804)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    143,720 miles
    Test number
    840049607024
    • NoteBlue smoke being emitted from exhaust.

  33. Pass131,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    131,916 miles
    Test number
    834127106060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 SAY

Does T400 SAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 SAY is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T400 SAY?
The MOT on T400 SAY is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 SAY done?
T400 SAY was recorded at 244,948 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,675 miles a year.
Has T400 SAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 SAY has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 SAY 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 SAY find?
T400 SAY passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous]; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge [dangerous]; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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