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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T515 TGPMOT history

T515 TGP is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 198,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
198,979 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T515 TGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T515 TGP was last recorded at 198,979 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,978 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,979 miles
  • 2025 – 198,978 miles
  • 2024 – 188,016 miles
  • 2023 – 186,405 miles
  • 2022 – 181,223 miles
  • 2019 – 180,925 miles
  • 2018 – 180,898 miles
  • 2017 – 177,677 miles
  • 2016 – 170,799 miles
  • 2015 – 161,344 miles
  • 2014 – 151,578 miles
  • 2013 – 140,992 miles
  • 2012 – 133,696 miles
  • 2011 – 121,875 miles
  • 2010 – 109,838 miles
  • 2009 – 106,475 miles
  • 2008 – 104,215 miles
  • 2007 – 97,890 miles
  • 2006 – 90,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,979 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust blow middleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,979 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    198,979 miles
    Test number
    359941962545
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow middle
  2. Fail198,978 miles (+10,962)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,978 miles
    Test number
    281814690746
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall as marked 225/50r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle handle broken (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow middle
    • AdvisoryOil leak unknown source
  3. Pass188,016 miles (+1,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    188,016 miles
    Test number
    534565733056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass186,405 miles (+5,182)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    186,405 miles
    Test number
    817440577469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive unknown source,poss rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & Offside
    • AdvisoryRear bumper backing/crash bar heavy corrosion
  5. Pass181,223 miles (+36)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    181,223 miles
    Test number
    519630447339
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail181,187 miles (+262)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,187 miles
    Test number
    840031782036
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass180,925 miles (+27)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    180,925 miles
    Test number
    684179637300
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail180,898 miles (+3,221)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,898 miles
    Test number
    497857786236
    • DangerousFront Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all disc's corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  9. Pass177,677 miles (+6,878)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    177,677 miles
    Test number
    549936950734
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion various areas of body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  10. Pass170,799 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    170,799 miles
    Test number
    600243689893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Fail170,765 miles (+9,421)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,765 miles
    Test number
    743020289988
    • 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe pre silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass161,344 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    161,344 miles
    Test number
    639098878677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill weakened by corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both stering arm inner joints
  13. Fail161,343 miles (+9,765)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,343 miles
    Test number
    316650712461
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill weakened by corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both stering arm inner joints
  14. Pass151,578 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    151,578 miles
    Test number
    478045634478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside inner and outer sills weakened by corrosion
  15. Fail151,578 miles (+10,586)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,578 miles
    Test number
    866455334390
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside inner and outer sills weakened by corrosion
  16. Pass140,992 miles (+7,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    140,992 miles
    Test number
    379896513344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail133,696 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,696 miles
    Test number
    535339112314
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNaerside front outer c/v boot loosing grease slightly
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint ruber deteriated
    • NoteOffside and nearside front top ball joints have play present
  18. Pass133,696 miles (+11,821)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,696 miles
    Test number
    708229212306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNaerside front outer c/v boot loosing grease slightly
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint ruber deteriated
    • NoteOffside and nearside front top ball joints have play present
  19. Pass121,875 miles (+12,037)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    121,875 miles
    Test number
    875560621389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass109,838 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    109,838 miles
    Test number
    723834920307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass106,475 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    106,475 miles
    Test number
    533311989215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,471 miles (+2,256)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,471 miles
    Test number
    970050789276
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass104,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    111732288227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail104,215 miles (+6,325)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    110562288263
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
  25. Pass97,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    97,890 miles
    Test number
    332963787226
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  26. Fail97,890 miles (+6,948)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,890 miles
    Test number
    421053587261
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  27. Pass90,942 miles (+11)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    90,942 miles
    Test number
    192801596276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion on main brake pipes .
    • NoteFront pads low .
  28. Fail90,931 miles8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,931 miles
    Test number
    172256286274
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion on main brake pipes .
    • NoteFront brake pads low .

Questions about T515 TGP

Does T515 TGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T515 TGP is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T515 TGP?
The MOT on T515 TGP is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T515 TGP done?
T515 TGP was recorded at 198,979 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 5,544 miles a year.
Has T515 TGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T515 TGP has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T515 TGP 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 T515 TGP find?
T515 TGP passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; exhaust blow middle.

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