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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T47 SBDMOT history

T47 SBD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,456 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 SBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T47 SBD was last recorded at 87,456 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,693 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
763 miles
Average per year
2,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,456 miles
  • 2025 – 86,693 miles
  • 2024 – 86,521 miles
  • 2022 – 86,026 miles
  • 2021 – 85,784 miles
  • 2020 – 84,270 miles
  • 2019 – 83,049 miles
  • 2018 – 80,804 miles
  • 2017 – 78,287 miles
  • 2016 – 75,438 miles
  • 2015 – 72,041 miles
  • 2014 – 70,553 miles
  • 2013 – 65,874 miles
  • 2012 – 60,463 miles
  • 2011 – 57,759 miles
  • 2010 – 53,353 miles
  • 2009 – 48,568 miles
  • 2008 – 44,973 miles
  • 2007 – 40,935 miles
  • 2006 – 36,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,456 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,456 miles (+763)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,456 miles
    Test number
    757539165956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,693 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,693 miles
    Test number
    597305688061
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail86,676 miles (+155)10 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    403669647911
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass86,521 miles (+495)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,521 miles
    Test number
    171690522319
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOutersills corroding
  5. Pass86,026 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,026 miles
    Test number
    320259568534
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass85,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    839756903224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail85,784 miles (+1,514)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    453891967662
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass84,270 miles (+1,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,270 miles
    Test number
    920703793871
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass83,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,049 miles
    Test number
    653660307536
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail83,049 miles (+2,245)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,049 miles
    Test number
    800205621260
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass80,804 miles (+2,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,804 miles
    Test number
    635708187869
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass78,287 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,287 miles
    Test number
    877696190900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,438 miles (+3,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,438 miles
    Test number
    499700256675
    • AdvisoryCv gaiters deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to steel brake pipes
  14. Pass72,041 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    586574385115
    • NoteAll steering and suspension gaiters deteriorating
  15. Fail72,041 miles (+1,488)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    989354085157
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll steering and suspension gaiters deteriorating
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating
  16. Pass70,553 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,553 miles
    Test number
    365155904260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,874 miles (+5,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,874 miles
    Test number
    739482343162
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass60,463 miles (+2,704)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    487322052047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,759 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,759 miles
    Test number
    908123191109
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteFront wiper blades noisy in operation
    • NoteTailgate struts weak
  20. Fail57,759 miles (+4,406)6 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,759 miles
    Test number
    739333991179
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront and rear brakes squeal
    • NoteFront wiper blades noisy in operation
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroding
    • NoteTailgate struts weak
  21. Pass53,353 miles (+4,785)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    724127780170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,568 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,568 miles
    Test number
    341665599149
    • NoteAux belt cracking
    • NoteFront discs worn pads 60% worn
    • NoteRear blade split
    • NoteRear discs worn pads 50% worn
  23. Fail48,568 miles (+3,595)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,568 miles
    Test number
    980055999116
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAux belt cracking
    • NoteFront discs worn pads 60% worn
    • NoteRear blade split
    • NoteRear discs worn pads 50% worn
  24. Pass44,973 miles (+4,038)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,973 miles
    Test number
    122901198111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,935 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,935 miles
    Test number
    124122997135
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  26. Pass40,935 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,935 miles
    Test number
    822982497173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    673323996154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T47 SBD

Does T47 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T47 SBD is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T47 SBD?
The MOT on T47 SBD is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T47 SBD done?
T47 SBD was recorded at 87,456 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 2,599 miles a year.
Has T47 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 SBD has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T47 SBD 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 T47 SBD find?
T47 SBD passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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