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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T437 KAPMOT history

T437 KAP is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 214,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
214,918 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T437 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T437 KAP was last recorded at 214,918 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 3,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,741 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,177 miles
Average per year
7,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,918 miles
  • 2024 – 211,741 miles
  • 2023 – 206,770 miles
  • 2022 – 199,787 miles
  • 2021 – 194,038 miles
  • 2020 – 189,240 miles
  • 2019 – 183,215 miles
  • 2018 – 176,148 miles
  • 2017 – 170,735 miles
  • 2016 – 164,764 miles
  • 2015 – 160,263 miles
  • 2014 – 155,823 miles
  • 2013 – 146,625 miles
  • 2012 – 139,739 miles
  • 2011 – 126,724 miles
  • 2010 – 114,596 miles
  • 2009 – 100,180 miles
  • 2008 – 86,660 miles
  • 2007 – 72,462 miles
  • 2006 – 59,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,918 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,918 miles (+3,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    214,918 miles
    Test number
    297764755879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass211,741 miles (+4,971)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    211,741 miles
    Test number
    835692054486
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar corroded

  3. Pass206,770 miles (+6,983)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    206,770 miles
    Test number
    901382567348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass199,787 miles (+5,749)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    199,787 miles
    Test number
    522255141360
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass194,038 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    194,038 miles
    Test number
    233545254021
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Several minor leaks (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail193,994 miles (+4,754)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,994 miles
    Test number
    883405480251
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Several minor leaks (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass189,240 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    189,240 miles
    Test number
    480112827599
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail189,240 miles (+6,025)7 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,240 miles
    Test number
    810102359845
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass183,215 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,215 miles
    Test number
    584015709870
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail183,215 miles (+7,067)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,215 miles
    Test number
    120577740632
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass176,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    176,148 miles
    Test number
    180490679303
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes starting to pit
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre poor condition

  12. Fail176,148 miles (+5,413)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,148 miles
    Test number
    368004703094
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes starting to pit
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre poor condition

  13. Pass170,735 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    170,735 miles
    Test number
    104564026499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail170,735 miles (+5,971)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,735 miles
    Test number
    329568618813
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass164,764 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    131791938163
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisorySlight wear offside inner rack joint

  16. Fail164,764 miles (+4,501)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    904144522544
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisorySlight wear offside inner rack joint

  17. Pass160,263 miles (+4,440)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    160,263 miles
    Test number
    145874085460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  18. Pass155,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    155,823 miles
    Test number
    399759094001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail155,823 miles (+9,198)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,823 miles
    Test number
    586379094023
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass146,625 miles (+6,886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    146,625 miles
    Test number
    166987683088
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  21. Pass139,739 miles (+29)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    139,739 miles
    Test number
    806541192080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing on sidewall
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated slightly

  22. Fail139,710 miles (+12,986)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,710 miles
    Test number
    139639282487
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing on sidewall
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated slightly

  23. Pass126,724 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    126,724 miles
    Test number
    608137381038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail126,647 miles (+12,051)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,647 miles
    Test number
    517514881053
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass114,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    114,596 miles
    Test number
    561349480066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail114,596 miles (+14,416)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,596 miles
    Test number
    391549480049
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass100,180 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    100,180 miles
    Test number
    432399089012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,985 miles (+13,325)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    270053289013
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

  29. Fail86,660 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    593499378070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass86,660 miles (+14,198)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    631299078043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass72,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    184274567062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail72,460 miles (+12,894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,460 miles
    Test number
    351694167086
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass59,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,566 miles
    Test number
    862886176093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T437 KAP

Does T437 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T437 KAP is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T437 KAP?
The MOT on T437 KAP is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T437 KAP done?
T437 KAP was recorded at 214,918 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 7,927 miles a year.
Has T437 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T437 KAP has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T437 KAP 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 T437 KAP find?
T437 KAP passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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