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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T522 XCDMOT history

T522 XCD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 188,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,852 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T522 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T522 XCD was last recorded at 188,852 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 7,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,218 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,634 miles
Average per year
6,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,852 miles
  • 2025 – 181,218 miles
  • 2024 – 180,117 miles
  • 2023 – 177,856 miles
  • 2021 – 172,752 miles
  • 2020 – 171,225 miles
  • 2019 – 168,949 miles
  • 2018 – 167,467 miles
  • 2017 – 165,958 miles
  • 2016 – 164,238 miles
  • 2015 – 162,604 miles
  • 2014 – 154,829 miles
  • 2013 – 145,736 miles
  • 2012 – 140,370 miles
  • 2011 – 134,171 miles
  • 2010 – 122,385 miles
  • 2009 – 110,024 miles
  • 2008 – 94,408 miles
  • 2007 – 76,670 miles
  • 2006 – 60,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,852 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

36 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,852 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,852 miles
    Test number
    349179690060
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail188,852 miles (+7,634)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,852 miles
    Test number
    770565612562
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,218 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    181,218 miles
    Test number
    889258853237
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar D bushes worn/play
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  4. Fail181,216 miles (+1,099)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,216 miles
    Test number
    927262817453
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar D bushes worn/play
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  5. Pass180,117 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    180,117 miles
    Test number
    904452843900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail180,117 miles (+2,261)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,117 miles
    Test number
    547094950269
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass177,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    177,856 miles
    Test number
    434657155491
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi brake pipes perished/worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber perished/worn
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  8. Fail177,853 miles (+5,101)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,853 miles
    Test number
    305848934251
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi brake pipes perished/worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber perished/worn
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  9. Pass172,752 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    172,752 miles
    Test number
    563263700318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass171,225 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    171,225 miles
    Test number
    982397291194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail171,225 miles (+2,276)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,225 miles
    Test number
    706476932354
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass168,949 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,949 miles
    Test number
    748323865840
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubber supports damaged but exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f ball joint dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail168,949 miles (+1,482)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,949 miles
    Test number
    537656683311
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubber supports damaged but exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f ball joint dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass167,467 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    167,467 miles
    Test number
    853810780424
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail167,467 miles (+1,509)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,467 miles
    Test number
    621991992608
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass165,958 miles (+1,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    165,958 miles
    Test number
    502073311440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubbers deteriorated

  17. Pass164,238 miles (+1,634)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    164,238 miles
    Test number
    902126801173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement on limit (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass162,604 miles (+159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    162,604 miles
    Test number
    417235955135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail162,445 miles (+7,616)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,445 miles
    Test number
    619097945192
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass154,829 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,829 miles
    Test number
    976960754164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail154,825 miles (+9,089)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,825 miles
    Test number
    826018444100
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass145,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    145,736 miles
    Test number
    428521583019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail145,736 miles (+5,366)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,736 miles
    Test number
    907890583092
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass140,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,370 miles
    Test number
    425458682024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass140,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,378 miles
    Test number
    646168982031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail140,370 miles (+6,199)5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,370 miles
    Test number
    985558282084
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  27. Pass134,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    134,171 miles
    Test number
    837372171199
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  28. Fail134,171 miles (+11,786)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,171 miles
    Test number
    865131271112
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  29. Pass122,385 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    122,385 miles
    Test number
    200465030473
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  30. Fail122,385 miles (+12,361)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,385 miles
    Test number
    701565730116
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  31. Pass110,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,024 miles
    Test number
    493678729168
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  32. Fail110,024 miles (+15,616)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,024 miles
    Test number
    153698229140
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass94,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,408 miles
    Test number
    233286338121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  34. Fail94,408 miles (+17,738)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,408 miles
    Test number
    673406338176
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  35. Pass76,670 miles (+15,785)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    614863327110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass60,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    431522436169
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T522 XCD

Does T522 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T522 XCD is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T522 XCD?
The MOT on T522 XCD is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T522 XCD done?
T522 XCD was recorded at 188,852 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 6,421 miles a year.
Has T522 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T522 XCD has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T522 XCD 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 T522 XCD find?
T522 XCD passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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