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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T478 HBDMOT history

T478 HBD is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 163,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
163,691 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 HBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 HBD was last recorded at 163,691 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 5,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,995 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,696 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,691 miles
  • 2025 – 157,995 miles
  • 2024 – 151,972 miles
  • 2023 – 145,987 miles
  • 2022 – 143,356 miles
  • 2021 – 142,889 miles
  • 2018 – 141,932 miles
  • 2017 – 138,190 miles
  • 2016 – 133,160 miles
  • 2015 – 129,197 miles
  • 2014 – 127,641 miles
  • 2013 – 125,254 miles
  • 2012 – 121,582 miles
  • 2011 – 117,368 miles
  • 2010 – 114,064 miles
  • 2009 – 110,593 miles
  • 2008 – 108,646 miles
  • 2007 – 104,954 miles
  • 2006 – 98,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,691 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,691 miles (+5,696)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    163,691 miles
    Test number
    604842326469
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,995 miles (+6,023)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    128038157755
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass151,972 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,972 miles
    Test number
    127463104075
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail151,971 miles (+5,984)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    377701927203
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass145,987 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,987 miles
    Test number
    557334028009
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail145,987 miles (+2,631)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,987 miles
    Test number
    304953144430
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear. (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass143,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,356 miles
    Test number
    189328095632
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail143,356 miles (+467)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,356 miles
    Test number
    447651700516
    • Repaired at testCentral Inner Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass142,889 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,889 miles
    Test number
    117685001016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass141,932 miles (+3,742)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,932 miles
    Test number
    570795879230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,190 miles (+5,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,190 miles
    Test number
    785700293555
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass133,160 miles (+3,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,160 miles
    Test number
    265562765671
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass129,197 miles (+1,556)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,197 miles
    Test number
    879943985158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,641 miles (+2,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    127,641 miles
    Test number
    575458394130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass125,254 miles (+1)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    125,254 miles
    Test number
    257547483144
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S/F brake hose perishing
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCenter exhaust rear clamp loose
    • NoteFront heatshiled loose
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking on outer edge

  16. Fail125,253 miles (+3,671)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,253 miles
    Test number
    519316583151
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S/F brake hose perishing
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCenter exhaust rear clamp loose
    • NoteFront heatshiled loose
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking on outer edge

  17. Pass121,582 miles (+4,214)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    121,582 miles
    Test number
    218528882417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f brake hose perishing
    • NoteN/s/f, n/s/r and o/s/f tyres cracking and damage to sidewall

  18. Pass117,368 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,368 miles
    Test number
    888832681112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,362 miles (+3,298)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,362 miles
    Test number
    885174351172
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass114,064 miles (+3,471)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,064 miles
    Test number
    590112830135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass110,593 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,593 miles
    Test number
    582782039127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,646 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    108,646 miles
    Test number
    260912728197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,954 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,954 miles
    Test number
    311530027112
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass104,954 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    104,954 miles
    Test number
    312390027162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass98,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    98,380 miles
    Test number
    630832916107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T478 HBD

Does T478 HBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T478 HBD is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T478 HBD?
The MOT on T478 HBD is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T478 HBD done?
T478 HBD was recorded at 163,691 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has T478 HBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 HBD has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T478 HBD 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 T478 HBD find?
T478 HBD passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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