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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T453 KGAMOT history

T453 KGA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 237,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2025
Mileage
237,710 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 KGA
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T453 KGA was last recorded at 237,710 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 113,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2010: 124,365 miles, lower than 124,369 miles on 25 Apr 2009.
  • 29 May 2013: 124,345 miles, lower than 124,365 miles on 30 May 2012.
  • 24 Oct 2017: 124,365 miles, lower than 124,366 miles on 21 Oct 2016.
  • 11 Oct 2018: 124,365 miles, lower than 124,368 miles on 25 Oct 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
124,403 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
113,307 miles
Average per year
6,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 237,710 miles
  • 2022 – 124,403 miles
  • 2021 – 124,403 miles
  • 2020 – 124,403 miles
  • 2019 – 124,403 miles
  • 2018 – 124,365 miles
  • 2017 – 124,368 miles
  • 2016 – 124,366 miles
  • 2015 – 124,365 miles
  • 2014 – 124,365 miles
  • 2013 – 124,345 miles
  • 2012 – 124,365 miles
  • 2011 – 124,365 miles
  • 2010 – 124,365 miles
  • 2009 – 124,369 miles
  • 2008 – 124,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,710 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bolt on bumper mounting corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    237,710 miles
    Test number
    280743212186
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bolt on bumper mounting corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    983677764377
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms corroded but appear sound (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    921907122902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    981466966988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both sides (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail124,403 miles2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    323061655513
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both sides (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail124,403 miles2 dangerous9 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    946351300757
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported fouling gear linkage (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both sides (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    576418899146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,403 miles10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    829025297981
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass124,403 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    989863237078
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll arches corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling from underbody

  10. Fail124,403 miles (+38)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    232631025934
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced doorstep (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll arches corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling from underbody

  11. Pass124,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    670828026009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside step corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  12. Fail124,365 miles (-3)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    306379983947
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine from filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside step corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  13. Pass124,368 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    124,368 miles
    Test number
    979280921335
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside body sill corroding but notwithin 30cm of mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  14. Fail124,365 miles (-1)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    754470267068
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded all ones marked 4 in total (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside body sill corroding but notwithin 30cm of mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  15. Pass124,366 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    124,366 miles
    Test number
    358010150278
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded but not within 30cm of a suspension mounting point
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play on mounting
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  16. Fail124,365 miles1 dangerous10 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    140617482630
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded but not within 30cm of a suspension mounting point
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play on mounting
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  17. Pass124,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    131310080203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle starting to corroded

  18. Pass124,365 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    917508144180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass124,345 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    124,345 miles
    Test number
    166170353192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail124,345 miles (-20)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,345 miles
    Test number
    478489943190
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass124,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    738361152136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail124,365 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    308040252141
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass124,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    207551851130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass124,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    313012610191
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail124,365 miles (-4)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    410510010183
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass124,369 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    124,369 miles
    Test number
    984965419159
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  27. Fail124,365 miles (+104)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    870503019104
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  28. Pass124,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    124,261 miles
    Test number
    471904528158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T453 KGA

Does T453 KGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T453 KGA expired on 24 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T453 KGA?
The MOT on T453 KGA expired on 24 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T453 KGA done?
T453 KGA was recorded at 237,710 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 6,962 miles a year.
Has T453 KGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 KGA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T453 KGA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 20 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T453 KGA find?
T453 KGA passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bolt on bumper mounting corroded; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edge.

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