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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T50 BUFMOT history

T50 BUF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
160,835 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T50 BUF was last recorded at 160,835 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,966 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
869 miles
Average per year
7,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,835 miles
  • 2025 – 159,966 miles
  • 2024 – 158,039 miles
  • 2023 – 156,439 miles
  • 2022 – 154,417 miles
  • 2021 – 150,111 miles
  • 2020 – 146,405 miles
  • 2019 – 143,067 miles
  • 2018 – 142,139 miles
  • 2017 – 140,357 miles
  • 2016 – 139,549 miles
  • 2015 – 137,278 miles
  • 2014 – 136,706 miles
  • 2013 – 128,893 miles
  • 2012 – 112,516 miles
  • 2011 – 91,565 miles
  • 2010 – 65,417 miles
  • 2009 – 32,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,835 miles
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,835 miles (+869)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,835 miles
    Test number
    172986682872
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass159,966 miles (+1,927)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,966 miles
    Test number
    851012895847
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass158,039 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,039 miles
    Test number
    890532154452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail158,037 miles (+1,598)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,037 miles
    Test number
    370644202097
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass156,439 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,439 miles
    Test number
    176332567929
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
  6. Fail156,436 miles (+2,019)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,436 miles
    Test number
    833350268464
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
  7. Pass154,417 miles (+4,306)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    154,417 miles
    Test number
    530641012228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass150,111 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    721771116285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail150,107 miles (+3,702)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,107 miles
    Test number
    477658865295
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass146,405 miles (+3,338)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,405 miles
    Test number
    235103970831
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass143,067 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,067 miles
    Test number
    809650287658
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail143,057 miles (+918)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,057 miles
    Test number
    594660484242
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDRL's do not dim or turn off when sidelights/dip beam is operated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass142,139 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,139 miles
    Test number
    788539495231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,357 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,357 miles
    Test number
    692100677497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,549 miles (+2,271)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,549 miles
    Test number
    366924089539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,278 miles (+572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,278 miles
    Test number
    206601485194
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass136,706 miles (+7,813)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    136,706 miles
    Test number
    918793284254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,893 miles (+16,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    128,893 miles
    Test number
    195640783012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass112,516 miles (+20,951)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    526028102165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,565 miles (+26,148)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,565 miles
    Test number
    929553501175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    460805300192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,417 miles (+32,942)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    942795900195
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  23. Pass32,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    710469809015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail32,475 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    994199709050
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T50 BUF

Does T50 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 BUF is valid until 18 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T50 BUF?
The MOT on T50 BUF is valid until 18 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 BUF done?
T50 BUF was recorded at 160,835 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 7,230 miles a year.
Has T50 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 BUF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T50 BUF 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 BUF find?
T50 BUF failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; rear registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements, and 4 more.

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