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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T447 LHKMOT history

T447 LHK is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 228,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2021
Mileage
228,430 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T447 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T447 LHK was last recorded at 228,430 miles on 17 Jun 2022, 1,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,614 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,816 miles
Average per year
4,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 228,430 miles
  • 2020 – 226,614 miles
  • 2019 – 223,503 miles
  • 2018 – 216,721 miles
  • 2017 – 209,737 miles
  • 2014 – 195,929 miles
  • 2013 – 188,717 miles
  • 2012 – 185,283 miles
  • 2011 – 182,386 miles
  • 2010 – 178,415 miles
  • 2009 – 173,792 miles
  • 2008 – 170,053 miles
  • 2007 – 165,953 miles
  • 2006 – 161,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail228,430 miles
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking no1 to 2 injector spill (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted calliper hanger (1.1.16 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from Flexi to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front doorsteps (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front and offside rear (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside rear road wheel damaged

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail228,430 miles (+1,816)10 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,430 miles
    Test number
    271830337730
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking no1 to 2 injector spill (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted calliper hanger (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from Flexi to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front doorsteps (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front and offside rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside rear road wheel damaged

  2. Pass226,614 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    226,614 miles
    Test number
    169874039227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass223,503 miles (+232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    223,503 miles
    Test number
    656287363017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure

  4. Fail223,271 miles (+6,550)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,271 miles
    Test number
    586190227628
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working ignition off (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Pass216,721 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    216,721 miles
    Test number
    394476246320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Fail216,720 miles (+6,983)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,720 miles
    Test number
    405725165023
    • FailureCentral Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Pass209,737 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    209,737 miles
    Test number
    718274185876
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail209,735 miles (+13,806)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,735 miles
    Test number
    617270562129
    • FailureCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play inner rack joint (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play inner rack joint (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass195,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    195,929 miles
    Test number
    245183744330
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail195,928 miles (+2,084)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,928 miles
    Test number
    506873844320
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside rear brake has slight bind

  11. Pass193,844 miles (+5,127)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    193,844 miles
    Test number
    148365164466
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass188,717 miles (+3,434)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    188,717 miles
    Test number
    666461373037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass185,283 miles (+2,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    185,283 miles
    Test number
    179763972058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass182,386 miles (+3,971)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    182,386 miles
    Test number
    695280571054
    • NoteSlight freeplay in steering rack

  15. Pass178,415 miles (+4,623)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    178,415 miles
    Test number
    873321570075
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass173,792 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    173,792 miles
    Test number
    903211179069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass170,053 miles (+4,100)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    170,053 miles
    Test number
    611982378021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in stearing

  18. Pass165,953 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    165,953 miles
    Test number
    390083377091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass161,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    161,353 miles
    Test number
    532043076011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail161,353 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,353 miles
    Test number
    582133476089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about T447 LHK

Does T447 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T447 LHK expired on 22 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T447 LHK?
The MOT on T447 LHK expired on 22 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T447 LHK done?
T447 LHK was recorded at 228,430 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2022, an average of 4,125 miles a year.
Has T447 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T447 LHK has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T447 LHK 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 T447 LHK find?
T447 LHK failed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2022 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: fuel pipe leaking no1 to 2 injector spill; fuel system component leaking fuel pump area; nearside front hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted calliper hanger, and 20 more.

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