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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver and Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T465 SMVMOT history

T465 SMV is a silver and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 182,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
182,100 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T465 SMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T465 SMV was last recorded at 182,100 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 6,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,087 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,013 miles
Average per year
4,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,100 miles
  • 2025 – 176,087 miles
  • 2023 – 170,240 miles
  • 2022 – 165,890 miles
  • 2021 – 162,090 miles
  • 2019 – 154,904 miles
  • 2018 – 143,680 miles
  • 2017 – 135,605 miles
  • 2016 – 134,966 miles
  • 2015 – 134,175 miles
  • 2014 – 132,944 miles
  • 2012 – 130,229 miles
  • 2011 – 126,793 miles
  • 2010 – 117,601 miles
  • 2009 – 108,310 miles
  • 2008 – 104,216 miles
  • 2007 – 96,988 miles
  • 2006 – 86,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,100 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,100 miles (+6,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    182,100 miles
    Test number
    414352999802
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass176,087 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    176,087 miles
    Test number
    731442727175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail176,087 miles (+5,847)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,087 miles
    Test number
    528070534086
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass170,240 miles (+4,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    170,240 miles
    Test number
    561313628140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass165,890 miles (+3,800)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    165,890 miles
    Test number
    220092529715
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,090 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    162,090 miles
    Test number
    827174152520
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail162,090 miles (+7,186)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,090 miles
    Test number
    447821860396
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,904 miles (+11,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    154,904 miles
    Test number
    101851884228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass143,680 miles (+8,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    143,680 miles
    Test number
    336768822465
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable slightly frayed
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

  10. Pass135,605 miles (+639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    135,605 miles
    Test number
    565715807989
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass134,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,966 miles
    Test number
    676070606662
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Fail134,966 miles (+791)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,966 miles
    Test number
    900101674989
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass134,175 miles (+1,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    134,175 miles
    Test number
    176797425048
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail132,944 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,944 miles
    Test number
    598849304099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteUnable check rear seat belt due to seat fold

  15. Pass132,944 miles (+2,715)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    132,944 miles
    Test number
    858799104050
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteUnable check rear seat belt due to seat fold

  16. Pass130,229 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    130,229 miles
    Test number
    965308222340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    126,793 miles
    Test number
    428127421463
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  18. Fail126,793 miles (+9,192)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,793 miles
    Test number
    408477721309
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  19. Pass117,601 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    117,601 miles
    Test number
    494801080262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail117,600 miles (+9,290)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,600 miles
    Test number
    933130980257
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail108,310 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,310 miles
    Test number
    363848989428
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass108,310 miles (+4,094)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    108,310 miles
    Test number
    493768289220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,216 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,216 miles
    Test number
    251859168249
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass104,216 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    104,216 miles
    Test number
    634599968238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass96,988 miles (+10,523)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    96,988 miles
    Test number
    310260557469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,465 miles
    Test number
    383048706207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T465 SMV

Does T465 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T465 SMV is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T465 SMV?
The MOT on T465 SMV is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T465 SMV done?
T465 SMV was recorded at 182,100 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,859 miles a year.
Has T465 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T465 SMV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T465 SMV 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 T465 SMV find?
T465 SMV passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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