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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T434 SHBMOT history

T434 SHB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 324,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
324,509 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T434 SHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T434 SHB was last recorded at 324,509 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 4,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
319,650 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,859 miles
Average per year
7,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 324,509 miles
  • 2025 – 319,650 miles
  • 2023 – 319,004 miles
  • 2022 – 317,805 miles
  • 2021 – 315,679 miles
  • 2020 – 310,120 miles
  • 2019 – 303,657 miles
  • 2018 – 295,168 miles
  • 2016 – 281,687 miles
  • 2015 – 275,002 miles
  • 2014 – 263,738 miles
  • 2013 – 254,811 miles
  • 2012 – 245,456 miles
  • 2011 – 245,409 miles
  • 2010 – 233,417 miles
  • 2009 – 223,887 miles
  • 2008 – 209,009 miles
  • 2007 – 191,332 miles
  • 2006 – 176,416 miles
  • 2005 – 156,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass324,509 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front corrosion inner arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front corrosion wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass324,509 miles (+4,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    324,509 miles
    Test number
    986674611327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass319,650 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    319,650 miles
    Test number
    348996617375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion wheel arch

  3. Fail319,650 miles (+646)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,650 miles
    Test number
    831962140044
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion wheel arch

  4. Pass319,004 miles (+1,199)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    319,004 miles
    Test number
    558470360178
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross membe corroded and holed

  5. Pass317,805 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    317,805 miles
    Test number
    309689298516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass315,679 miles (+5,559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    315,679 miles
    Test number
    280950377902
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  7. Pass310,120 miles (+6,463)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    310,120 miles
    Test number
    544757623609
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  8. Pass303,657 miles (+8,489)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    303,657 miles
    Test number
    758058170382
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has play in the main body bushes

  9. Pass295,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    295,168 miles
    Test number
    347103915490
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail295,168 miles (+13,481)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,168 miles
    Test number
    502458177845
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass281,687 miles (+6,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    281,687 miles
    Test number
    142735734783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth steering track rods have slight play evident

  12. Pass275,002 miles (+60)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    275,002 miles
    Test number
    415672445187
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play offside steering arm

  13. Fail274,942 miles (+11,204)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,942 miles
    Test number
    775139035101
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play offside steering arm

  14. Pass263,738 miles (+8,927)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    263,738 miles
    Test number
    828566334074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside number plate light dim
    • NoteOffside raer light unit dammaged
    • NoteTow bar and rear cross member corroded

  15. Pass254,811 miles (+9,355)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    254,811 miles
    Test number
    189239643407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside drive shaft inner boot split
    • NoteOil leaking

  16. Pass245,456 miles (+6)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    245,456 miles
    Test number
    545823062081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside inner cv gaiter split
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside outer sill
    • NoteSteering wheel cover loose

  17. Fail245,450 miles (+41)5 failures6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,450 miles
    Test number
    176118752435
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth headlamps on their lower limit, adjusters inop
    • NoteNearside inner cv gaiter split
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perrished
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside outer sill
    • NoteSteering wheel cover loose
    • NoteWiper operation poor

  18. Fail245,409 miles (+11,992)12 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,409 miles
    Test number
    687036331371
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass233,417 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    233,417 miles
    Test number
    454217140398
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split slight wear in joint
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteSlight wear n/s steering rack

  20. Fail233,417 miles (+9,530)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,417 miles
    Test number
    600117340329
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split slight wear in joint
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteSlight wear n/s steering rack

  21. Pass223,887 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    223,887 miles
    Test number
    700536059304
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight wear front antiroll bar bushes

  22. Fail223,887 miles (+14,878)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,887 miles
    Test number
    650995359324
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight wear front antiroll bar bushes

  23. Pass209,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    209,009 miles
    Test number
    744149258369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail209,009 miles (+17,677)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,009 miles
    Test number
    694208058370
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass191,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    191,332 miles
    Test number
    782845837262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail191,332 miles (+14,916)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,332 miles
    Test number
    732933837201
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass176,416 miles (+20,387)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    176,416 miles
    Test number
    514077026277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass156,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    156,029 miles
    Test number
    854892235299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail156,029 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,029 miles
    Test number
    751019225277
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Questions about T434 SHB

Does T434 SHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T434 SHB is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T434 SHB?
The MOT on T434 SHB is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T434 SHB done?
T434 SHB was recorded at 324,509 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 7,984 miles a year.
Has T434 SHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T434 SHB has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T434 SHB 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 T434 SHB find?
T434 SHB passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; underside corroded.

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