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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

T400 SLWMOT history

T400 SLW is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 227,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
227,302 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 SLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 SLW was last recorded at 227,302 miles on 5 May 2026, 3,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,711 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,591 miles
Average per year
7,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,302 miles
  • 2025 – 223,711 miles
  • 2024 – 222,592 miles
  • 2023 – 221,638 miles
  • 2022 – 220,895 miles
  • 2021 – 220,779 miles
  • 2020 – 216,359 miles
  • 2019 – 212,791 miles
  • 2018 – 204,821 miles
  • 2017 – 201,304 miles
  • 2016 – 193,066 miles
  • 2015 – 181,239 miles
  • 2014 – 171,665 miles
  • 2013 – 161,923 miles
  • 2012 – 152,886 miles
  • 2011 – 141,360 miles
  • 2010 – 126,341 miles
  • 2009 – 107,633 miles
  • 2008 – 95,405 miles
  • 2007 – 87,827 miles
  • 2006 – 81,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,302 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Towbar corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front number plate cracked

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,302 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    227,302 miles
    Test number
    111927079726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass223,711 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    223,711 miles
    Test number
    425984189596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass222,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    222,592 miles
    Test number
    164283727129
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail222,592 miles (+954)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,592 miles
    Test number
    809083818126
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass221,638 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    221,638 miles
    Test number
    429093424076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass220,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    220,895 miles
    Test number
    722235705977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail220,895 miles (+116)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,895 miles
    Test number
    555711700852
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass220,779 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    220,779 miles
    Test number
    628596236625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail220,779 miles (+4,420)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,779 miles
    Test number
    975254900656
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass216,359 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    216,359 miles
    Test number
    270564992147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass212,791 miles (+575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    212,791 miles
    Test number
    744061828477
    • AdvisoryNsr brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  12. Fail212,216 miles (+7,395)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,216 miles
    Test number
    118350007335
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  13. Pass204,821 miles (+42)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    204,821 miles
    Test number
    986016306618
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  14. Fail204,779 miles (+3,475)7 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,779 miles
    Test number
    926630065087
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  15. Pass201,304 miles (+5)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    201,304 miles
    Test number
    425855982804
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  16. Fail201,299 miles (+8,233)1 failure2 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,299 miles
    Test number
    931811879760
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  17. Pass193,066 miles (+11,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    193,066 miles
    Test number
    937128238131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass181,239 miles (+9,574)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    181,239 miles
    Test number
    867654485083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass171,665 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    171,665 miles
    Test number
    137287694027
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail171,664 miles (+9,741)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,664 miles
    Test number
    858544594077
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass161,923 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    161,923 miles
    Test number
    107032113105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail161,923 miles (+9,037)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,923 miles
    Test number
    238459603163
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass152,886 miles (+11,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    152,886 miles
    Test number
    497885992041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass141,360 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,360 miles
    Test number
    979277571028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail141,358 miles (+15,017)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    899516871059
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  26. Pass126,341 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    126,341 miles
    Test number
    113663780054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail126,341 miles (+18,708)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,341 miles
    Test number
    114843780008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass107,633 miles (+12,228)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    107,633 miles
    Test number
    364914869006
    • NoteInner steering rack joints have slight wear and play.
    • NoteOffside rear brake hose to wishbone metal ferrule slightly corroded.

  29. Pass95,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,405 miles
    Test number
    210355868042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail95,405 miles (+7,578)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,405 miles
    Test number
    764975668011
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass87,827 miles (+6,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    87,827 miles
    Test number
    922517257060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass81,791 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    81,791 miles
    Test number
    383605636248
    • NoteBrake discs rusty,n/s/r tyre low tread,

Questions about T400 SLW

Does T400 SLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 SLW is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 SLW?
The MOT on T400 SLW is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 SLW done?
T400 SLW was recorded at 227,302 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 7,387 miles a year.
Has T400 SLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 SLW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T400 SLW 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 SLW find?
T400 SLW passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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