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Volkswagen LT

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,798 cc

T520 KGWMOT history

T520 KGW is a grey diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 391,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
391,174 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2026
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T520 KGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
3 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T520 KGW was last recorded at 391,174 miles on 3 May 2026, 90,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2023: 301,606 miles, lower than 334,108 miles on 3 May 2019.
  • 24 Apr 2026: 301,152 miles, lower than 384,654 miles on 31 Mar 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
301,152 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
90,022 miles
Average per year
4,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 391,174 miles
  • 2025 – 384,654 miles
  • 2024 – 374,098 miles
  • 2023 – 301,635 miles
  • 2019 – 334,108 miles
  • 2018 – 324,387 miles
  • 2017 – 319,118 miles
  • 2006 – 308,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass391,174 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass391,174 miles (+90,022)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    391,174 miles
    Test number
    751473077915
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail301,152 miles (-83,502)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,152 miles
    Test number
    132034228906
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn knocking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack knocking (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill corroded (holed) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass384,654 miles (+145)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    384,654 miles
    Test number
    287956738038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail384,509 miles (+10,411)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    384,509 miles
    Test number
    320682585333
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass374,098 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    374,098 miles
    Test number
    914496982237
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside/offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. FailMileage not read6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    101759826142
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside/offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass301,635 miles (+29)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    301,635 miles
    Test number
    346664289389
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail301,606 miles3 dangerous10 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,606 miles
    Test number
    569218832024
    • DangerousFront Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the presented axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the presented axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam nearside/offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    229756371569
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    564673007949
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside/offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    357135301945
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside/offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass334,108 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    334,108 miles
    Test number
    846119353103
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySide marker not working

  13. Fail334,108 miles (+9,721)1 dangerous10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    334,108 miles
    Test number
    549423066360
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySide marker not working

  14. Pass324,387 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    324,387 miles
    Test number
    214018554000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail321,303 miles (+2,185)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,303 miles
    Test number
    238301570294
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass319,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    319,118 miles
    Test number
    199713794235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail319,118 miles (+10,816)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,118 miles
    Test number
    118186631108
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass308,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    308,302 miles
    Test number
    533253536245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T520 KGW

Does T520 KGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T520 KGW is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T520 KGW?
The MOT on T520 KGW is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T520 KGW done?
T520 KGW was recorded at 391,174 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2026, an average of 4,207 miles a year.
Has T520 KGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T520 KGW has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T520 KGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 2 Feb 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T520 KGW find?
T520 KGW passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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