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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T449 DCDMOT history

T449 DCD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 218,267 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
218,267 km
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,318 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T449 DCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T449 DCD was last recorded at 218,267 km on 15 Apr 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,267 km · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
5,318 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,267 km
  • 2025 – 218,204 km
  • 2024 – 213,536 km
  • 2023 – 211,348 km
  • 2022 – 208,559 km
  • 2020 – 203,620 km
  • 2019 – 197,670 km
  • 2018 – 193,097 km
  • 2017 – 188,750 km
  • 2016 – 183,196 km
  • 2015 – 176,704 km
  • 2014 – 168,573 km
  • 2012 – 151,693 km
  • 2008 – 121,829 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,267 km
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,267 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    218,267 km
    Test number
    672859807895
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail218,267 km (+63)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,267 km
    Test number
    199963730070
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail218,204 km (+4,668)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,204 km
    Test number
    278061191108
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,536 km (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    213,536 km
    Test number
    272932652334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail213,532 km (+2,184)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,532 km
    Test number
    298033614855
    • MajorBrake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front

  6. Pass211,348 km (+2,789)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    211,348 km
    Test number
    956069100206
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed fault with latch/central locking operation (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch forward out rigger section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch/chassis section corroding adjacent to shock absorber upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn slight play in upper steering column (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Pass208,559 km (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    208,559 km
    Test number
    956507330055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass203,620 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    203,620 km
    Test number
    168597899231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing lower forward outrigger section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail203,620 km (+5,950)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,620 km
    Test number
    893678865929
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing lower forward outrigger section corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass197,670 km (+4,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    197,670 km
    Test number
    461139894346
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion of nearside front inner wing forward outrigger section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass193,097 km (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    193,097 km
    Test number
    804408016627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass188,750 km (+5,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    188,750 km
    Test number
    751596907984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass183,196 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    183,196 km
    Test number
    288014256109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail183,196 km (+6,492)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,196 km
    Test number
    134987840378
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass176,704 km (+8,131)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    176,704 km
    Test number
    779330515196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHandbrake cable tension spring broken.
    • NoteNearside headlamp washer jet broken.
    • NoteRear brake pads 75% worn.

  16. Pass168,573 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    168,573 km
    Test number
    606391904101
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail168,573 km3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,573 km
    Test number
    266900204452
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges (Suspect front wheel alignment incorrect)
    • NoteTailgate latch bolts loose

  18. Pass159,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    159,748 miles
    Test number
    896637483015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass151,693 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    151,693 km
    Test number
    276824572076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail151,693 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,693 km
    Test number
    998984972018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  21. Pass143,379 miles (+7,569)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    143,379 miles
    Test number
    356384961074
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing screen and split STRONGLY ADVISE

  22. Pass135,810 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    135,810 miles
    Test number
    992135350083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass127,647 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    127,647 miles
    Test number
    354047659092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail127,640 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,640 miles
    Test number
    872924459059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass121,829 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    121,829 km
    Test number
    570176058087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T449 DCD

Does T449 DCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T449 DCD is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T449 DCD?
The MOT on T449 DCD is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T449 DCD done?
T449 DCD was recorded at 218,267 km at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 5,318 km a year.
Has T449 DCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T449 DCD has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T449 DCD 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 T449 DCD find?
T449 DCD passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside rear upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount, and 1 more.

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