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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

T50 DNLMOT history

T50 DNL is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 217,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
217,147 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 DNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T50 DNL was last recorded at 217,147 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 2,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,459 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,688 miles
Average per year
8,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,147 miles
  • 2025 – 214,459 miles
  • 2024 – 212,233 miles
  • 2023 – 208,166 miles
  • 2022 – 203,825 miles
  • 2021 – 199,260 miles
  • 2020 – 196,138 miles
  • 2019 – 191,595 miles
  • 2018 – 186,332 miles
  • 2017 – 179,981 miles
  • 2016 – 172,970 miles
  • 2015 – 164,457 miles
  • 2014 – 156,715 miles
  • 2013 – 152,034 miles
  • 2012 – 139,576 miles
  • 2010 – 122,662 miles
  • 2009 – 103,345 miles
  • 2008 – 81,196 miles
  • 2007 – 64,061 miles
  • 2006 – 47,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,147 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Main silencer corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass217,147 miles (+2,688)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    217,147 miles
    Test number
    957091611320
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass214,459 miles (+2,226)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    214,459 miles
    Test number
    793590037755
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,233 miles (+4,067)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    212,233 miles
    Test number
    565831122414
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencers corroded
    • 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))

  4. Pass208,166 miles (+4,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    208,166 miles
    Test number
    524405574882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,825 miles (+4,565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    203,825 miles
    Test number
    953606802302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass199,260 miles (+3,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    199,260 miles
    Test number
    937986395708
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim adjuster damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass196,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    196,138 miles
    Test number
    984744565972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail196,138 miles (+4,543)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,138 miles
    Test number
    443491543281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass191,595 miles (+5,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    191,595 miles
    Test number
    779609253352
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryZero emissions data

  10. Pass186,332 miles (+6,351)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    186,332 miles
    Test number
    235357104394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass179,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    179,981 miles
    Test number
    449333735177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMain silencer corroded

  12. Fail179,981 miles (+7,011)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,981 miles
    Test number
    826262709509
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMain silencer corroded

  13. Pass172,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    172,970 miles
    Test number
    149649876943
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both lower ball joint boots (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMain silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  14. Fail172,970 miles (+8,513)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,970 miles
    Test number
    885638602853
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect reflector insecure (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both lower ball joint boots (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMain silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  15. Pass164,457 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    164,457 miles
    Test number
    828046605131
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  16. Fail164,457 miles (+7,742)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,457 miles
    Test number
    305293605146
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  17. Pass156,715 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,715 miles
    Test number
    777300404194
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWater in nearside rear lamp

  18. Fail156,711 miles (+4,677)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,711 miles
    Test number
    565499094061
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWater in nearside rear lamp

  19. Pass152,034 miles (+74)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    152,034 miles
    Test number
    849956003130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust deterated

  20. Fail151,960 miles (+12,384)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,960 miles
    Test number
    447202003187
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust deterated

  21. Pass139,576 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    139,576 miles
    Test number
    278413292042
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  22. Fail139,576 miles (+16,914)9 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,576 miles
    Test number
    199583692446
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  23. Pass122,662 miles (+19,317)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    122,662 miles
    Test number
    180927150371
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade poor condition

  24. Pass103,345 miles (+48)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,345 miles
    Test number
    463089749316
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail103,297 miles (+22,101)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,297 miles
    Test number
    171858149381
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass81,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,196 miles
    Test number
    472004248478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail81,196 miles (+17,135)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,196 miles
    Test number
    792654148349
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass64,061 miles (+16,510)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,061 miles
    Test number
    404639137351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    291406226358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T50 DNL

Does T50 DNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 DNL is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T50 DNL?
The MOT on T50 DNL is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 DNL done?
T50 DNL was recorded at 217,147 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 8,652 miles a year.
Has T50 DNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 DNL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T50 DNL 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 DNL find?
T50 DNL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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