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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T50 XSSMOT history

T50 XSS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 264,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
264,988 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T50 XSS was last recorded at 264,988 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
264,983 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
11,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 264,988 miles
  • 2025 – 262,939 miles
  • 2024 – 259,392 miles
  • 2023 – 255,327 miles
  • 2022 – 247,405 miles
  • 2021 – 240,271 miles
  • 2020 – 235,046 miles
  • 2019 – 228,106 miles
  • 2018 – 212,668 miles
  • 2017 – 209,259 miles
  • 2016 – 206,228 miles
  • 2015 – 201,025 miles
  • 2014 – 182,684 miles
  • 2013 – 161,471 miles
  • 2012 – 142,257 miles
  • 2011 – 126,126 miles
  • 2010 – 105,020 miles
  • 2009 – 83,663 miles
  • 2008 – 77,866 miles
  • 2007 – 58,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,988 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,988 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    264,988 miles
    Test number
    909763183819
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail264,983 miles (+2,044)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,983 miles
    Test number
    151217020094
    • MajorCentral Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction not illuminating with ignition (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass262,939 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    262,939 miles
    Test number
    812152409093
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail262,938 miles (+6)10 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,938 miles
    Test number
    986062050028
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner wheel liner on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail262,932 miles (+3,540)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,932 miles
    Test number
    334133233854
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  6. Pass259,392 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    259,392 miles
    Test number
    763973922918
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box in poor condition

  7. Fail259,392 miles (+4,065)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,392 miles
    Test number
    320735818946
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box in poor condition

  8. Pass255,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    255,327 miles
    Test number
    503519661372
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail255,327 miles (+7,922)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,327 miles
    Test number
    206846492238
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass247,405 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    247,405 miles
    Test number
    130016342907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass240,271 miles (+5,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    240,271 miles
    Test number
    270207083751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass235,046 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    235,046 miles
    Test number
    952315724714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass228,106 miles (+15,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2020
    Odometer
    228,106 miles
    Test number
    653972321053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass212,668 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    212,668 miles
    Test number
    733399424178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass209,259 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    209,259 miles
    Test number
    751902225384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass206,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    206,228 miles
    Test number
    809923639674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail206,228 miles (+5,203)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,228 miles
    Test number
    782676097439
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass201,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    201,025 miles
    Test number
    668099945033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail201,025 miles (+18,341)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,025 miles
    Test number
    365267345030
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated 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 Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass182,684 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    182,684 miles
    Test number
    967237134040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail182,684 miles (+21,213)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,684 miles
    Test number
    938637134040
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass161,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    161,471 miles
    Test number
    156054043442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail161,471 miles (+19,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,471 miles
    Test number
    107764443422
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass142,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    142,257 miles
    Test number
    319216142023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail142,257 miles (+16,131)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,257 miles
    Test number
    396366142055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass126,126 miles (+21,106)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    927137341058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass105,020 miles (+21,357)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    105,020 miles
    Test number
    813291640024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre under inflated
    • NoteObligatory mirror damaged but not affecting view

  28. Pass83,663 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    83,663 miles
    Test number
    454589649040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail77,866 miles (+18,994)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    682699418351
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass58,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,872 miles
    Test number
    550797217340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T50 XSS

Does T50 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 XSS is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T50 XSS?
The MOT on T50 XSS is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 XSS done?
T50 XSS was recorded at 264,988 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 11,233 miles a year.
Has T50 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 XSS has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T50 XSS 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 XSS find?
T50 XSS passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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