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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T400 SGCMOT history

T400 SGC is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 237,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
237,569 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
10,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 SGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 SGC was last recorded at 237,569 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,555 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
10,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 237,569 miles
  • 2024 – 235,154 miles
  • 2023 – 231,319 miles
  • 2022 – 226,247 miles
  • 2021 – 220,509 miles
  • 2020 – 212,104 miles
  • 2019 – 192,496 miles
  • 2018 – 178,067 miles
  • 2017 – 167,999 miles
  • 2016 – 160,771 miles
  • 2015 – 148,701 miles
  • 2014 – 132,543 miles
  • 2013 – 118,658 miles
  • 2012 – 105,851 miles
  • 2011 – 92,657 miles
  • 2010 – 80,847 miles
  • 2009 – 66,927 miles
  • 2008 – 54,876 miles
  • 2007 – 41,247 miles
  • 2006 – 28,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,569 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,569 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    237,569 miles
    Test number
    375347919679
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail237,555 miles (+2,401)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,555 miles
    Test number
    387417674771
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal fades but no leaks present

  3. Pass235,154 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    235,154 miles
    Test number
    668429509009
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail235,139 miles (+3,820)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,139 miles
    Test number
    202069099582
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass231,319 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    231,319 miles
    Test number
    142634399227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass226,247 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    226,247 miles
    Test number
    481471581094
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail226,247 miles (+5,738)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,247 miles
    Test number
    621908800408
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass220,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    220,509 miles
    Test number
    574933129153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail220,509 miles (+8,405)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,509 miles
    Test number
    503694410873
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass212,104 miles (+19,608)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    212,104 miles
    Test number
    243784149367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass192,496 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    192,496 miles
    Test number
    379780180216
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail192,496 miles (+49)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,496 miles
    Test number
    126668657665
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail192,447 miles1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,447 miles
    Test number
    279648700902
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Fail192,447 miles (+14,380)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,447 miles
    Test number
    261896602916
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt of the wrong type (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass178,067 miles (+1)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    178,067 miles
    Test number
    269454647472
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail178,066 miles (+10,067)5 major6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,066 miles
    Test number
    750843557284
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass167,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,999 miles
    Test number
    110651783260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Fail167,999 miles (+7,228)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,999 miles
    Test number
    952146691148
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass160,771 miles (+12,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    160,771 miles
    Test number
    702645334079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass148,701 miles (+16,158)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    148,701 miles
    Test number
    447960095136
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteSlight noise to o/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass132,543 miles (+13,885)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,543 miles
    Test number
    807440894178
    • NoteFront exhaust/catalyst pipe starting to brake off where it gos into centre section
    • NoteSpare tyre badly perished(not part of test)
    • NoteVery small amount of free play in both front INNER track rod ends

  22. Pass118,658 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,658 miles
    Test number
    408770803212
    • NoteSmall amount of noice from front wheels when spun by hand

  23. Fail118,659 miles (+12,808)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,659 miles
    Test number
    639830203235
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSmall amount of noice from front wheels when spun by hand

  24. Pass105,851 miles (+186)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,851 miles
    Test number
    377482312494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Fail105,665 miles (+13,008)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,665 miles
    Test number
    356047102495
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Fail92,657 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,657 miles
    Test number
    605371001292
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in rack joints

  27. Pass92,657 miles (+11,810)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,657 miles
    Test number
    607261001207
    • NoteSlight play in rack joints

  28. Pass80,847 miles (+13,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,847 miles
    Test number
    773583000209
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass66,927 miles (+12,051)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,927 miles
    Test number
    782683109288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished slightly.

  30. Fail54,876 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,876 miles
    Test number
    723283208289
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass54,876 miles (+13,629)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,876 miles
    Test number
    862303908250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass41,247 miles (+12,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,247 miles
    Test number
    503598097167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass28,532 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    484132316208
    • NoteSpair missing

Questions about T400 SGC

Does T400 SGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 SGC expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 SGC?
The MOT on T400 SGC expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 SGC done?
T400 SGC was recorded at 237,569 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 10,895 miles a year.
Has T400 SGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 SGC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 SGC 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 SGC find?
T400 SGC passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: front coolant leak; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 4 more.

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