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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T400 SFCMOT history

T400 SFC is a grey and black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 194,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
194,493 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 SFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 SFC was last recorded at 194,493 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,507 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
986 miles
Average per year
4,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,493 miles
  • 2025 – 193,507 miles
  • 2023 – 193,382 miles
  • 2022 – 193,343 miles
  • 2021 – 192,877 miles
  • 2020 – 192,378 miles
  • 2019 – 190,604 miles
  • 2018 – 189,209 miles
  • 2017 – 186,818 miles
  • 2016 – 183,042 miles
  • 2014 – 178,734 miles
  • 2013 – 177,576 miles
  • 2011 – 160,855 miles
  • 2010 – 151,542 miles
  • 2009 – 141,627 miles
  • 2008 – 138,554 miles
  • 2007 – 126,894 miles
  • 2006 – 108,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,493 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

  • Oil light illuminated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear bumper bar rusty, vehicle starting to corrode all over

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,493 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    194,493 miles
    Test number
    402084737476
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail194,483 miles (+976)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,483 miles
    Test number
    463955783170
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass193,507 miles (+125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    193,507 miles
    Test number
    778659470094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has underbody corrosion
  4. Pass193,382 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    193,382 miles
    Test number
    341871114194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass193,343 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    193,343 miles
    Test number
    735549317431
    • AdvisoryOil light illuminated.
  6. Fail193,343 miles (+466)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,343 miles
    Test number
    972838411856
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil light illuminated.
  7. Pass192,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    192,877 miles
    Test number
    271106045903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail192,876 miles (+498)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,876 miles
    Test number
    602056227064
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass192,378 miles (+1,774)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    192,378 miles
    Test number
    307326047677
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from top hose housing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil lamp flashing
  10. Pass190,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    190,604 miles
    Test number
    683728584229
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar rusty, vehicle starting to corrode all over
  11. Fail190,604 miles (+1,395)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,604 miles
    Test number
    517434351861
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar rusty, vehicle starting to corrode all over
  12. Pass189,209 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    189,209 miles
    Test number
    460993674770
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  13. Fail189,209 miles (+2,391)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,209 miles
    Test number
    312809340095
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour all 4 (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  14. Pass186,818 miles (+3,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    186,818 miles
    Test number
    441625871666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter twisted
  15. Pass183,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    183,042 miles
    Test number
    706001592101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail183,037 miles (+4,303)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,037 miles
    Test number
    714551750652
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass178,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    178,734 miles
    Test number
    415984114328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail178,734 miles (+1,158)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,734 miles
    Test number
    905401014305
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear brake sticky
  19. Pass177,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    177,576 miles
    Test number
    166959583291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail177,576 miles (+4,455)14 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,576 miles
    Test number
    509034773217
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  21. Pass173,121 miles (+12,266)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    173,121 miles
    Test number
    149857403052
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass160,855 miles (+9,313)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    160,855 miles
    Test number
    399992961470
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear fog light is damaged
  23. Pass151,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    151,542 miles
    Test number
    823121650226
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  24. Fail151,542 miles (+55)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,542 miles
    Test number
    311239040261
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  25. Fail151,487 miles (+9,860)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,487 miles
    Test number
    603165230228
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  26. Pass141,627 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    141,627 miles
    Test number
    251767819248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass138,554 miles (+11,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    138,554 miles
    Test number
    871775988147
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  28. Pass126,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    126,894 miles
    Test number
    220019317333
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  29. Fail126,894 miles (+17,899)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,894 miles
    Test number
    660488217321
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  30. Pass108,995 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    108,995 miles
    Test number
    680041036334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake wear sensor broken
    • NoteWater ingress front fog lamps

Questions about T400 SFC

Does T400 SFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 SFC is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 SFC?
The MOT on T400 SFC is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 SFC done?
T400 SFC was recorded at 194,493 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,364 miles a year.
Has T400 SFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 SFC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 SFC 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 SFC find?
T400 SFC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch, and 2 more.

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