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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T50 BCMMOT history

T50 BCM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 212,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2026
Mileage
212,214 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 BCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T50 BCM was last recorded at 212,214 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 5,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,357 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,857 miles
Average per year
8,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,214 miles
  • 2025 – 206,357 miles
  • 2024 – 195,912 miles
  • 2023 – 191,911 miles
  • 2022 – 188,017 miles
  • 2021 – 179,219 miles
  • 2020 – 175,455 miles
  • 2019 – 168,531 miles
  • 2018 – 161,561 miles
  • 2017 – 152,887 miles
  • 2016 – 143,695 miles
  • 2015 – 132,224 miles
  • 2014 – 124,601 miles
  • 2013 – 116,405 miles
  • 2012 – 106,639 miles
  • 2011 – 99,210 miles
  • 2010 – 80,037 miles
  • 2009 – 67,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail212,214 miles
  • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle, components, sills etc
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s/r

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front suspension arm rear bushes are worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail212,214 miles (+5,857)2 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,214 miles
    Test number
    959907637928
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle, components, sills etc
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass206,357 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    206,357 miles
    Test number
    336393797648
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail206,349 miles (+10,437)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,349 miles
    Test number
    917015683871
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass195,912 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    195,912 miles
    Test number
    614012577166
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  5. Fail195,889 miles (+3,978)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,889 miles
    Test number
    443302034812
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective n/s and o/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass191,911 miles (+17)5 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    191,911 miles
    Test number
    287462160183
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside and suspension components corroded.

  7. Fail191,894 miles (+3,877)1 dangerous1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,894 miles
    Test number
    635282173072
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass188,017 miles (+8,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    188,017 miles
    Test number
    894629321912
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass179,219 miles (+3,764)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    179,219 miles
    Test number
    356740531086
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass175,455 miles (+6,924)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    175,455 miles
    Test number
    479821858279
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass168,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,531 miles
    Test number
    129699513461
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle starting to corrode

  12. Fail168,531 miles (+6,970)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,531 miles
    Test number
    833905538002
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle starting to corrode

  13. Pass161,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    161,561 miles
    Test number
    875646544104
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes are worn

  14. Fail161,561 miles (+8,674)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,561 miles
    Test number
    666760217535
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes are worn

  15. Pass152,887 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    152,887 miles
    Test number
    941405005503
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail152,883 miles (+9,188)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,883 miles
    Test number
    875610059775
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper damp,suspect fluid leak!!!
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass143,695 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,695 miles
    Test number
    321129514718
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear seat belt locking device cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail143,642 miles (+11,418)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,642 miles
    Test number
    483229267748
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear seat belt locking device cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass132,224 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    132,224 miles
    Test number
    479290475032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail132,224 miles (+7,623)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,224 miles
    Test number
    567080475008
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass124,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,601 miles
    Test number
    257774674052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail124,601 miles (+1,248)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,601 miles
    Test number
    278404374098
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Fail123,353 miles (+6,948)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,353 miles
    Test number
    137987414471
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass116,405 miles (+9,766)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    186500763086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass106,639 miles (+7,429)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,639 miles
    Test number
    937526372013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass99,210 miles (+19,173)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,210 miles
    Test number
    307903031156
    • NotePossible slight wear in front lower suspension arm bushes

  27. Pass80,037 miles (+12,061)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,037 miles
    Test number
    551338330148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    341368729131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail67,976 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    852678129103
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front wheel damaged

Questions about T50 BCM

Does T50 BCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T50 BCM expired on 1 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T50 BCM?
The MOT on T50 BCM expired on 1 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T50 BCM done?
T50 BCM was recorded at 212,214 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 8,372 miles a year.
Has T50 BCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 BCM has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T50 BCM 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 T50 BCM find?
T50 BCM failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit, and 8 more.

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