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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T518 KDPMOT history

T518 KDP is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 246,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
246,759 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T518 KDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T518 KDP was last recorded at 246,759 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,816 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,943 miles
Average per year
6,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,759 miles
  • 2025 – 243,816 miles
  • 2024 – 240,392 miles
  • 2023 – 236,456 miles
  • 2022 – 232,498 miles
  • 2021 – 227,040 miles
  • 2020 – 221,443 miles
  • 2019 – 216,753 miles
  • 2018 – 211,588 miles
  • 2017 – 205,536 miles
  • 2016 – 199,773 miles
  • 2015 – 193,792 miles
  • 2014 – 187,710 miles
  • 2013 – 181,739 miles
  • 2012 – 176,455 miles
  • 2011 – 154,372 miles
  • 2010 – 147,050 miles
  • 2009 – 138,853 miles
  • 2008 – 131,983 miles
  • 2007 – 125,785 miles
  • 2006 – 118,952 miles
  • 2005 – 112,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,759 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced on inner edge of sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,759 miles (+2,943)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    246,759 miles
    Test number
    126269382629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass243,816 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    243,816 miles
    Test number
    331402421259
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced on inner edge of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail243,781 miles (+3,389)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,781 miles
    Test number
    199231044337
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced on inner edge of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass240,392 miles (+3,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    240,392 miles
    Test number
    877154967280
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass236,456 miles (+3,958)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    236,456 miles
    Test number
    507204004998
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass232,498 miles (+5,458)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    232,498 miles
    Test number
    387668000444
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass227,040 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    227,040 miles
    Test number
    359144419934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass221,443 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    221,443 miles
    Test number
    313774719831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass216,753 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    216,753 miles
    Test number
    325288599032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass211,588 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    211,588 miles
    Test number
    654860997239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass205,536 miles (+5,763)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    205,536 miles
    Test number
    754722894572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyres slightly perished

  12. Pass199,773 miles (+5,981)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    199,773 miles
    Test number
    624309460196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass193,792 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    193,792 miles
    Test number
    155672459435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass187,710 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    187,710 miles
    Test number
    606860144296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass181,739 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    181,739 miles
    Test number
    849133553290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass176,455 miles3 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    176,455 miles
    Test number
    178673262242
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s seat belt buckle casing missing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake disc's worn

  17. Fail176,455 miles (+22,083)4 failures3 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,455 miles
    Test number
    417221762260
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s seat belt buckle casing missing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake disc's worn

  18. Pass154,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    154,372 miles
    Test number
    296223541231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail154,372 miles (+7,322)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,372 miles
    Test number
    855833241250
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass147,050 miles (+8,197)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    147,050 miles
    Test number
    663593150288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass138,853 miles (+6,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    138,853 miles
    Test number
    460667859294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass131,983 miles (+6,198)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    131,983 miles
    Test number
    951429918297
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteCuts in nearside front tyre sidewall

  23. Pass125,785 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    125,785 miles
    Test number
    680593837278
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk cover missing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteNearside tail light lens cracked
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail125,785 miles (+6,833)2 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,785 miles
    Test number
    702713537201
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk cover missing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteNearside tail light lens cracked
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass118,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    118,952 miles
    Test number
    230732716247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail118,952 miles (+6,070)2 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,952 miles
    Test number
    333032916475
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre worn on inner egde
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres pershing

  27. Pass112,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    112,882 miles
    Test number
    530088635251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail112,877 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,877 miles
    Test number
    450848435234
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine tray fitted †

Questions about T518 KDP

Does T518 KDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T518 KDP is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T518 KDP?
The MOT on T518 KDP is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T518 KDP done?
T518 KDP was recorded at 246,759 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 6,371 miles a year.
Has T518 KDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T518 KDP has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T518 KDP 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 T518 KDP find?
T518 KDP passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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