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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T420 GTHMOT history

T420 GTH is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 203,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2023
Mileage
203,016 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T420 GTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T420 GTH was last recorded at 203,016 miles on 13 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,016 miles · 12 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 203,016 miles
  • 2021 – 189,350 miles
  • 2020 – 182,447 miles
  • 2019 – 175,423 miles
  • 2018 – 167,408 miles
  • 2017 – 166,062 miles
  • 2016 – 165,121 miles
  • 2015 – 164,037 miles
  • 2014 – 163,139 miles
  • 2013 – 161,722 miles
  • 2012 – 159,159 miles
  • 2011 – 150,832 miles
  • 2010 – 142,374 miles
  • 2009 – 136,271 miles
  • 2008 – 131,293 miles
  • 2007 – 115,144 miles
  • 2006 – 108,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,016 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    203,016 miles
    Test number
    909889501564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail203,016 miles (+13,666)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,016 miles
    Test number
    323570197674
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass189,350 miles (+6,903)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    189,350 miles
    Test number
    756117936944
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  4. Pass182,447 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    182,447 miles
    Test number
    224325794929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn low on edge and out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear worn low on edge and out of shape
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low on inner edges
  5. Fail182,434 miles (+7,011)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,434 miles
    Test number
    632315802211
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low on inner edges
  6. Pass175,423 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    175,423 miles
    Test number
    232726613189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from waterpump
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump requires attention
  7. Fail175,423 miles (+8,015)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,423 miles
    Test number
    522186440224
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass167,408 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    167,408 miles
    Test number
    699043355668
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Fail167,408 miles (+1,346)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,408 miles
    Test number
    606900694163
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass166,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    166,062 miles
    Test number
    333286498554
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F chassis leg behind front panel holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F jacking point holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  11. Fail166,062 miles (+941)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,062 miles
    Test number
    266961664778
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort both due to handbrake cable broken (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F chassis leg behind front panel holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F jacking point holed/corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass165,121 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    165,121 miles
    Test number
    196563222345
    • AdvisoryN/S/F inner sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail165,121 miles (+1,084)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,121 miles
    Test number
    746431446212
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F inner sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass164,037 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    164,037 miles
    Test number
    775712445143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake back plates corroded & o/s handbrake cable worn
  15. Fail164,037 miles (+898)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,037 miles
    Test number
    969452345197
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake back plates corroded & o/s handbrake cable worn
  16. Pass163,139 miles (+1,417)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    163,139 miles
    Test number
    786264054185
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass161,722 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    161,722 miles
    Test number
    139939543187
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leak and coolant staining in several places.
  18. Fail161,722 miles (+2,563)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,722 miles
    Test number
    165889043169
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leak and coolant staining in several places.
  19. Pass159,159 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    159,159 miles
    Test number
    575791152138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail159,159 miles (+8,327)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,159 miles
    Test number
    928701352131
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass150,832 miles (+54)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    150,832 miles
    Test number
    357473741133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads worn
  22. Fail150,778 miles (+8,404)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,778 miles
    Test number
    596718331119
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads worn
  23. Pass142,374 miles (+113)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    142,374 miles
    Test number
    271858740116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Fail142,261 miles (+5,990)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,261 miles
    Test number
    431980740158
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass136,271 miles (+4,978)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    136,271 miles
    Test number
    253971649424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s cv joint deteriorated
  26. Pass131,293 miles (+130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    131,293 miles
    Test number
    321941198132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  27. Fail131,163 miles (+16,019)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,163 miles
    Test number
    411018288119
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  28. Pass115,144 miles (+6,364)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    115,144 miles
    Test number
    203563567414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass108,780 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    108,780 miles
    Test number
    341565566027
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvise o/s wiper

Questions about T420 GTH

Does T420 GTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T420 GTH expired on 17 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T420 GTH?
The MOT on T420 GTH expired on 17 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T420 GTH done?
T420 GTH was recorded at 203,016 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2022, an average of 5,703 miles a year.
Has T420 GTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T420 GTH has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T420 GTH 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 T420 GTH find?
T420 GTH passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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