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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T408 RFBMOT history

T408 RFB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 38 MOT tests, with 276,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
276,477 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
38
21 passed · 17 failed
Per year
7,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T408 RFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T408 RFB was last recorded at 276,477 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
276,475 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 276,477 miles
  • 2024 – 265,030 miles
  • 2023 – 258,153 miles
  • 2022 – 245,822 miles
  • 2021 – 235,454 miles
  • 2020 – 226,106 miles
  • 2019 – 218,899 miles
  • 2018 – 213,146 miles
  • 2017 – 205,249 miles
  • 2016 – 198,907 miles
  • 2015 – 192,626 miles
  • 2014 – 189,262 miles
  • 2013 – 182,733 miles
  • 2012 – 176,657 miles
  • 2011 – 169,538 miles
  • 2009 – 162,958 miles
  • 2008 – 155,222 miles
  • 2007 – 149,141 miles
  • 2006 – 142,575 miles
  • 2005 – 135,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass276,477 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

38 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass276,477 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    276,477 miles
    Test number
    340520183219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail276,475 miles (+11,445)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,475 miles
    Test number
    826174357900
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass265,030 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    265,030 miles
    Test number
    850431108011
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail265,030 miles (+6,877)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,030 miles
    Test number
    877552503150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass258,153 miles (+12,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    258,153 miles
    Test number
    757912778140
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trail arm mounting around bolt (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass245,822 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    245,822 miles
    Test number
    962549031090
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail245,762 miles (+10,308)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,762 miles
    Test number
    544276718242
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass235,454 miles (+141)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    235,454 miles
    Test number
    633812866151
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Fail235,313 miles (+9,207)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,313 miles
    Test number
    525838284270
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass226,106 miles (+371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    226,106 miles
    Test number
    513481598451
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail225,735 miles (+6,836)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,735 miles
    Test number
    731626918153
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass218,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    218,899 miles
    Test number
    122647762698
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Fail218,899 miles (+5,753)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,899 miles
    Test number
    663286538469
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Pass213,146 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    213,146 miles
    Test number
    763598988012
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  15. Fail213,145 miles (+7,896)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,145 miles
    Test number
    225835681077
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  16. Pass205,249 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    205,249 miles
    Test number
    830360396170
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside the prescribed area

  17. Fail205,221 miles (+6,314)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,221 miles
    Test number
    623481656519
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside the prescribed area

  18. Pass198,907 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    198,907 miles
    Test number
    473944540468
    • AdvisoryO/s sill corroded outside the prescribed area

  19. Fail198,836 miles (+6,210)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,836 miles
    Test number
    664059701293
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s sill corroded outside the prescribed area

  20. Pass192,626 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    192,626 miles
    Test number
    986224357266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded, not in prescribed areas

  21. Fail192,626 miles (+3,364)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,626 miles
    Test number
    359353199904
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded, not in prescribed areas

  22. Pass189,262 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    189,262 miles
    Test number
    358289254431
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail189,262 miles (+6,529)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,262 miles
    Test number
    916802454214
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s/r binding

  24. Pass182,733 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    182,733 miles
    Test number
    319102163217
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Fail182,679 miles (+6,022)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,679 miles
    Test number
    375470163237
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Pass176,657 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    176,657 miles
    Test number
    175571962249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  27. Fail176,627 miles (+7,089)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,627 miles
    Test number
    388454852265
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  28. Pass169,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    169,538 miles
    Test number
    678149241297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    703490750205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    710440150208
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  31. Pass162,958 miles (+7,736)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    162,958 miles
    Test number
    662984449222
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSpare tyre needs replacing

  32. Pass155,222 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    155,222 miles
    Test number
    842300378250
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Fail155,170 miles (+6,029)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,170 miles
    Test number
    924938868283
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  34. Pass149,141 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    149,141 miles
    Test number
    431167057206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass142,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    142,575 miles
    Test number
    794971976212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail142,575 miles (+7,078)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,575 miles
    Test number
    194020076234
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  37. Pass135,497 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    135,497 miles
    Test number
    210446865251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail135,493 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,493 miles
    Test number
    912332465250
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T408 RFB

Does T408 RFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T408 RFB is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T408 RFB?
The MOT on T408 RFB is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T408 RFB done?
T408 RFB was recorded at 276,477 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,005 miles a year.
Has T408 RFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T408 RFB has failed 17 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T408 RFB 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 T408 RFB find?
T408 RFB passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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