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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T428 DGDMOT history

T428 DGD is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 258,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
258,748 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 DGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T428 DGD was last recorded at 258,748 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Feb 2021: 254,651 miles, lower than 293,649 miles on 25 Jul 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
258,718 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
7,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 258,748 miles
  • 2025 – 258,362 miles
  • 2024 – 257,628 miles
  • 2023 – 256,835 miles
  • 2022 – 254,810 miles
  • 2021 – 254,651 miles
  • 2019 – 293,649 miles
  • 2018 – 245,667 miles
  • 2017 – 234,331 miles
  • 2016 – 223,070 miles
  • 2015 – 211,355 miles
  • 2014 – 200,711 miles
  • 2012 – 195,173 miles
  • 2011 – 188,622 miles
  • 2010 – 175,358 miles
  • 2009 – 162,455 miles
  • 2008 – 146,596 miles
  • 2007 – 133,044 miles
  • 2006 – 118,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,748 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust System DeterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Reversing Lamp InoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Front exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front bump stop missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • F/n/s suspension bump stop missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,748 miles (+30)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    258,748 miles
    Test number
    716154280132
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Reversing Lamp Inoperative

  2. Fail258,718 miles (+356)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,718 miles
    Test number
    763515655203
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Reversing Lamp Inoperative

  3. Pass258,362 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    258,362 miles
    Test number
    594270730317
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail258,333 miles (+705)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,333 miles
    Test number
    333877425521
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass257,628 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    257,628 miles
    Test number
    506607254159
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryF/n/s suspension bump stop missing

  6. Fail257,612 miles (+777)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,612 miles
    Test number
    619795892282
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryF/n/s suspension bump stop missing

  7. Pass256,835 miles (+2,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    256,835 miles
    Test number
    111041551591
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass254,810 miles (+159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    254,810 miles
    Test number
    985672280122
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass254,651 miles (-38,998)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    254,651 miles
    Test number
    981441549290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass293,649 miles (+40,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    293,649 miles
    Test number
    569468822884
    • AdvisoryLight bind at o/s/f brake
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  11. Fail253,641 miles (+7,974)3 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,641 miles
    Test number
    325344900174
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousHorn not working
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside n/s side door corroded sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass245,667 miles (+11,336)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    245,667 miles
    Test number
    762060420678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass234,331 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    234,331 miles
    Test number
    119784203816
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc backpate excessively corroded

  14. Fail234,089 miles (+11,019)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,089 miles
    Test number
    592416712258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc backpate excessively corroded

  15. Pass223,070 miles (+11,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    223,070 miles
    Test number
    479562588208
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre close to limit
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads on limit

  16. Pass211,355 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    211,355 miles
    Test number
    949210095045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail211,254 miles (+10,543)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,254 miles
    Test number
    237536085025
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light illuminated on instrument panel
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut/damaged

  18. Pass200,711 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    200,711 miles
    Test number
    715116154041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass195,173 miles (+6,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    195,173 miles
    Test number
    357408712391
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass188,622 miles (+40)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    188,622 miles
    Test number
    499624631273
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Fail188,582 miles (+13,224)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,582 miles
    Test number
    736422231211
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  22. Pass175,358 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    175,358 miles
    Test number
    462578120296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail175,113 miles (+12,658)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,113 miles
    Test number
    133761320279
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass162,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    162,455 miles
    Test number
    863517349224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail162,455 miles (+15,859)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,455 miles
    Test number
    900775149268
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass146,596 miles (+13,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    146,596 miles
    Test number
    282291448217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail133,044 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,044 miles
    Test number
    103880737238
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  28. Pass133,044 miles (+14,624)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    133,044 miles
    Test number
    551740737285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass118,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    118,420 miles
    Test number
    671084336273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail118,420 miles2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,420 miles
    Test number
    552683336201
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T428 DGD

Does T428 DGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T428 DGD is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T428 DGD?
The MOT on T428 DGD is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T428 DGD done?
T428 DGD was recorded at 258,748 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 7,184 miles a year.
Has T428 DGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 DGD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T428 DGD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T428 DGD find?
T428 DGD passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: exhaust system deteriorated; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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