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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T451 TAVMOT history

T451 TAV is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 136,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,050 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T451 TAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T451 TAV was last recorded at 136,050 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,003 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,047 miles
Average per year
4,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,050 miles
  • 2025 – 133,003 miles
  • 2024 – 132,173 miles
  • 2023 – 131,721 miles
  • 2022 – 129,024 miles
  • 2021 – 125,403 miles
  • 2020 – 124,011 miles
  • 2019 – 121,962 miles
  • 2018 – 119,306 miles
  • 2017 – 116,866 miles
  • 2016 – 108,334 miles
  • 2015 – 92,828 miles
  • 2014 – 80,543 miles
  • 2013 – 76,485 miles
  • 2012 – 73,016 miles
  • 2011 – 71,354 miles
  • 2010 – 67,623 miles
  • 2009 – 65,976 miles
  • 2008 – 61,369 miles
  • 2007 – 56,300 miles
  • 2006 – 53,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,050 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsr and osr brake flexi hoses cracking and ferrules on hoses corroded [strong advise] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr hand brake cable ends corroded [strong advise] (1.1.15 (b))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nsr and osr coil springs corroded [strong advise] (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot cracking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from side of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nsr and osr brakes slightly binding (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,050 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,050 miles
    Test number
    157682033430
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsr and osr brake flexi hoses cracking and ferrules on hoses corroded [strong advise] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr hand brake cable ends corroded [strong advise] (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nsr and osr coil springs corroded [strong advise] (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from side of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nsr and osr brakes slightly binding (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail136,050 miles (+3,047)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,050 miles
    Test number
    935350822616
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsr and osr brake flexi hoses cracking and ferrules on hoses corroded [strong advise] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr hand brake cable ends corroded [strong advise] (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nsr and osr coil springs corroded [strong advise] (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from side of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nsr and osr brakes slightly binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass133,003 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,003 miles
    Test number
    596367484949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,173 miles (+452)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,173 miles
    Test number
    375633937169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,721 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    304992594201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,024 miles (+3,621)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,024 miles
    Test number
    339154811834
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass125,403 miles (+1,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,403 miles
    Test number
    584891674341
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lower front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass124,011 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,011 miles
    Test number
    791461136149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,962 miles (+2,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,962 miles
    Test number
    119679955930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass119,306 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,306 miles
    Test number
    117343536764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,866 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,866 miles
    Test number
    144473919677
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Slightly Worn on Inner Edges
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear Slight Corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear Slight Corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Slight corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail116,866 miles (+8,532)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,866 miles
    Test number
    441911005078
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Slightly Worn on Inner Edges
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear Slight Corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear Slight Corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Slight corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass108,334 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,334 miles
    Test number
    788327921342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail108,241 miles (+15,413)2 dangerous1 failure1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,241 miles
    Test number
    340621989015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner Edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Edge (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Comp Valve To Flexi Pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Comp Valve To Flexi Pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Nearside and Offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWhole Exhaust System Corroded around joints

  15. Fail92,828 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,828 miles
    Test number
    499296175033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass92,828 miles (+709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,828 miles
    Test number
    647016375094
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail92,119 miles (+11,576)6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,119 miles
    Test number
    628586155095
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack bushes

  18. Pass80,543 miles (+4,058)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,543 miles
    Test number
    235091934002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding very slightly

  19. Fail76,485 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,485 miles
    Test number
    238421733023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass76,485 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,485 miles
    Test number
    265241633024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,016 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,016 miles
    Test number
    189631642011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,012 miles (+1,658)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,012 miles
    Test number
    488847432075
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass71,354 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,354 miles
    Test number
    426344201196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear discs have corroded inners
    • NoteHandbrake cable from lever to quadrant corroded

  24. Fail71,354 miles (+3,731)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,354 miles
    Test number
    299083601107
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear discs have corroded inners
    • NoteHandbrake cable from lever to quadrant corroded

  25. Pass67,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,623 miles
    Test number
    542468290004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,623 miles (+1,647)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,623 miles
    Test number
    552378690098
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass65,976 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,976 miles
    Test number
    260914209157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,369 miles
    Test number
    104397308131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,369 miles (+5,069)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,369 miles
    Test number
    484867508149
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass56,300 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    424227007183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,298 miles (+3,064)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,298 miles
    Test number
    321143007191
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  32. Pass53,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,234 miles
    Test number
    403591816164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T451 TAV

Does T451 TAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T451 TAV is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T451 TAV?
The MOT on T451 TAV is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T451 TAV done?
T451 TAV was recorded at 136,050 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,156 miles a year.
Has T451 TAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T451 TAV has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T451 TAV 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 T451 TAV find?
T451 TAV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated nsr and osr brake flexi hoses cracking and ferrules on hoses corroded [strong advise]; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr brake pipes corroded; brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr hand brake cable ends corroded [strong advise], and 7 more.

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