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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T526 XCDMOT history

T526 XCD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 204,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
204,513 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 XCD
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 XCD was last recorded at 204,513 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,513 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,513 miles
  • 2025 – 203,885 miles
  • 2024 – 201,606 miles
  • 2023 – 193,065 miles
  • 2022 – 188,400 miles
  • 2021 – 186,412 miles
  • 2020 – 184,016 miles
  • 2019 – 182,126 miles
  • 2018 – 176,352 miles
  • 2016 – 172,383 miles
  • 2015 – 166,817 miles
  • 2014 – 158,457 miles
  • 2013 – 153,539 miles
  • 2011 – 151,256 miles
  • 2010 – 137,435 miles
  • 2009 – 125,086 miles
  • 2008 – 112,757 miles
  • 2007 – 101,106 miles
  • 2006 – 88,156 miles
  • 2005 – 76,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,513 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • N/s inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    204,513 miles
    Test number
    509983952888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail204,513 miles (+628)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,513 miles
    Test number
    458799625935
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  3. Pass203,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    203,885 miles
    Test number
    896832218047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail203,885 miles (+2,279)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,885 miles
    Test number
    287527800841
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass201,606 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    201,606 miles
    Test number
    933085526759
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded

  6. Fail201,606 miles (+8,541)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,606 miles
    Test number
    961562750681
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded

  7. Pass193,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    193,065 miles
    Test number
    670679352094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail193,065 miles (+4,665)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,065 miles
    Test number
    341147298676
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass188,400 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    188,400 miles
    Test number
    869840487169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside

  10. Fail188,390 miles (+1,978)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,390 miles
    Test number
    709243979114
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside

  11. Pass186,412 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    186,412 miles
    Test number
    789099917076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail186,402 miles (+2,386)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,402 miles
    Test number
    119729691586
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass184,016 miles (+1,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    184,016 miles
    Test number
    589035124430
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass182,126 miles (+5,774)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,126 miles
    Test number
    531120226590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass176,352 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    176,352 miles
    Test number
    718929337449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass172,383 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    172,383 miles
    Test number
    793733997810
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAll back plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySmall cut in o/s/f tyre wall

  17. Fail172,382 miles (+5,565)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,382 miles
    Test number
    804699048866
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAll back plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySmall cut in o/s/f tyre wall

  18. Pass166,817 miles (+9)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    166,817 miles
    Test number
    578078305216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limit and worn on edge

  19. Fail166,808 miles (+8,351)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,808 miles
    Test number
    268431205227
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limit and worn on edge

  20. Pass158,457 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    158,457 miles
    Test number
    445286874000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail158,457 miles (+4,918)3 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,457 miles
    Test number
    179734074473
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass153,539 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    153,539 miles
    Test number
    877355273045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass151,256 miles (+13,821)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    151,256 miles
    Test number
    658844581227
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDiscs worn and corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering arms

  24. Pass137,435 miles (+12,349)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    137,435 miles
    Test number
    103823490220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass125,086 miles (+12,329)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    125,086 miles
    Test number
    523055699222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass112,757 miles (+15)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    112,757 miles
    Test number
    814598588217
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s headlight glass holed
    • NoteO/s mirror damaged
    • NoteWater pump noisy & leaking

  27. Fail112,742 miles (+11,636)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,742 miles
    Test number
    794325888288
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEmissions not checked (water pump leaking and noisy)
    • NoteO/s headlight glass holed

  28. Pass101,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    101,106 miles
    Test number
    714905077277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail101,106 miles (+12,950)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,106 miles
    Test number
    213205277276
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  30. Pass88,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    202783646264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail88,156 miles (+11,269)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    883453346244
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  32. Pass76,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    76,887 miles
    Test number
    942269155131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T526 XCD

Does T526 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T526 XCD is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T526 XCD?
The MOT on T526 XCD is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T526 XCD done?
T526 XCD was recorded at 204,513 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 6,020 miles a year.
Has T526 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 XCD has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T526 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 T526 XCD find?
T526 XCD passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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