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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T400 VVWMOT history

T400 VVW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 208,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
208,554 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 VVW was last recorded at 208,554 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,554 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 208,554 miles
  • 2024 – 206,808 miles
  • 2023 – 200,743 miles
  • 2022 – 196,046 miles
  • 2021 – 192,197 miles
  • 2020 – 190,528 miles
  • 2019 – 186,602 miles
  • 2018 – 183,185 miles
  • 2016 – 178,645 miles
  • 2015 – 171,469 miles
  • 2014 – 167,413 miles
  • 2013 – 163,619 miles
  • 2012 – 156,692 miles
  • 2011 – 146,459 miles
  • 2010 – 132,213 miles
  • 2009 – 120,904 miles
  • 2006 – 106,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,554 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHand brake cable corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central hand brake cable corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,554 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    208,554 miles
    Test number
    578516058319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable corroded

  2. Fail208,554 miles (+1,746)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,554 miles
    Test number
    431289182196
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable corroded

  3. Pass206,808 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    206,808 miles
    Test number
    646918913829
    • AdvisoryCentral hand brake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail206,808 miles (+6,065)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,808 miles
    Test number
    510044157625
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral hand brake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass200,743 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    200,743 miles
    Test number
    320532598337
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess central park brake cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail200,658 miles (+4,612)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,658 miles
    Test number
    160580642318
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front sidelights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both fronts (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment park brake (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess central park brake cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass196,046 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    196,046 miles
    Test number
    617753460957
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail196,046 miles (+3,849)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,046 miles
    Test number
    706017160567
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass192,197 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    192,197 miles
    Test number
    217672073560
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail192,197 miles (+1,669)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,197 miles
    Test number
    385499627841
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass190,528 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    190,528 miles
    Test number
    226048481184
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail190,528 miles (+3,926)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,528 miles
    Test number
    236213180004
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass186,602 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    186,602 miles
    Test number
    986798040029
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail186,602 miles (+3,417)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,602 miles
    Test number
    740174681842
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass183,185 miles (+4,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    183,185 miles
    Test number
    372455688806
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass178,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    178,645 miles
    Test number
    667243376943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail178,645 miles (+3,528)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,645 miles
    Test number
    525807904550
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass175,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    175,117 miles
    Test number
    649681129831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail175,117 miles (+3,648)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,117 miles
    Test number
    812096631327
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush Pair D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass171,469 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    171,469 miles
    Test number
    506792315095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass167,413 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    167,413 miles
    Test number
    606184104046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass163,619 miles (+6,927)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    163,619 miles
    Test number
    338249743081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail156,692 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,692 miles
    Test number
    768190572065
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass156,692 miles (+10,233)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156,692 miles
    Test number
    919310572081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass146,459 miles (+243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    146,459 miles
    Test number
    637729161037
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Fail146,216 miles (+14,003)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,216 miles
    Test number
    525093161031
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Fail132,213 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,213 miles
    Test number
    631695870032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass132,213 miles (+11,309)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    132,213 miles
    Test number
    763385170095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass120,904 miles (+14,060)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    120,904 miles
    Test number
    143515139068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass106,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    106,844 miles
    Test number
    970944656174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T400 VVW

Does T400 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 VVW is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T400 VVW?
The MOT on T400 VVW is valid until 8 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 VVW done?
T400 VVW was recorded at 208,554 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,211 miles a year.
Has T400 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 VVW has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 VVW 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 VVW find?
T400 VVW passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 13 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component ball joint has slight play; nearside rear inner brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 10 more.

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