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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T480 VFLMOT history

T480 VFL is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 174,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
174,761 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T480 VFL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T480 VFL was last recorded at 174,761 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,757 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,761 miles
  • 2018 – 169,145 miles
  • 2017 – 167,743 miles
  • 2016 – 166,294 miles
  • 2014 – 163,750 miles
  • 2013 – 157,269 miles
  • 2012 – 152,362 miles
  • 2011 – 146,195 miles
  • 2010 – 142,067 miles
  • 2009 – 137,974 miles
  • 2008 – 130,786 miles
  • 2007 – 121,358 miles
  • 2006 – 109,392 miles
  • 2005 – 96,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,761 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,761 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    174,761 miles
    Test number
    248448463144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,757 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,757 miles
    Test number
    741038308756
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    921352729776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs surface corrosoin

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    347908135815
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rear load sensing valve to front (marked yellow) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs surface corrosion

  5. Pass169,145 miles (+1,402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    169,145 miles
    Test number
    170515445699
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  6. Pass167,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    167,743 miles
    Test number
    491117616024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail167,743 miles (+1,449)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,743 miles
    Test number
    288577521759
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass166,294 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    166,294 miles
    Test number
    761233390925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass163,750 miles (+8)1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,750 miles
    Test number
    539095254202
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides front brake pipes corroded
    • NoteCut in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteEngine smoke on tickover
    • NoteO/s screen damaged but not yet affecting view to front
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  10. Fail163,742 miles (+6,473)3 failures1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,742 miles
    Test number
    178672454244
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides front brake pipes corroded
    • NoteCut in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteEngine smoke on tickover
    • NoteO/s screen damaged but not yet affecting view to front
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  11. Pass157,269 miles (+6)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    157,269 miles
    Test number
    326812933481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s screen damaged but not yet in swept area
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  12. Fail157,263 miles (+4,901)5 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,263 miles
    Test number
    807074323257
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s screen damaged but not yet in swept area
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  13. Pass152,362 miles (+6)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    152,362 miles
    Test number
    336062842404
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc corroded
    • NoteO/s screen damaged

  14. Fail152,356 miles (+6,161)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,356 miles
    Test number
    805551042284
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc corroded
    • NoteO/s screen damaged

  15. Pass146,195 miles (+8)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    146,195 miles
    Test number
    817994011211
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s lower screen damaged
    • NoteSlight cut in o/s/r tyre

  16. Fail146,187 miles (+4,120)9 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,187 miles
    Test number
    346423811462
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s lower screen damaged
    • NoteSlight cut in o/s/r tyre

  17. Pass142,067 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    142,067 miles
    Test number
    321018700419
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  18. Fail142,067 miles (+4,093)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,067 miles
    Test number
    251258200221
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass137,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    137,974 miles
    Test number
    882651319249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail137,974 miles (+7,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,974 miles
    Test number
    502341519228
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass130,786 miles (+9,428)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    130,786 miles
    Test number
    331870518415
    • NoteBoth the front & rear number plates are Damaged & slightly deterioated but not to excess and are unlikley to be misread at 20 metres.

  22. Pass121,358 miles (+11,966)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    121,358 miles
    Test number
    323763117285
    • NoteParking brake cable HEAVILY CORRODED.

  23. Fail109,392 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,392 miles
    Test number
    352453116220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass109,392 miles (+12,554)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    109,392 miles
    Test number
    530303616261
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass96,838 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    96,838 miles
    Test number
    664644715290
    • NoteAll tyres are down to between 2- 3 mm RTD
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked but secure

Questions about T480 VFL

Does T480 VFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T480 VFL is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T480 VFL?
The MOT on T480 VFL is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T480 VFL done?
T480 VFL was recorded at 174,761 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,719 miles a year.
Has T480 VFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T480 VFL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T480 VFL 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 T480 VFL find?
T480 VFL passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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