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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T527 AUAMOT history

T527 AUA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
149,677 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T527 AUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T527 AUA was last recorded at 149,677 miles on 20 Apr 2023, 3,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Oct 2016: 133,712 miles, lower than 195,957 miles on 9 Nov 2015.

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
146,500 miles · 17 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3,177 miles
Average per year
2,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,677 miles
  • 2021 – 146,500 miles
  • 2020 – 138,168 miles
  • 2018 – 137,677 miles
  • 2017 – 137,323 miles
  • 2016 – 133,712 miles
  • 2015 – 195,957 miles
  • 2014 – 191,966 miles
  • 2013 – 190,645 miles
  • 2012 – 171,614 miles
  • 2011 – 160,606 miles
  • 2010 – 151,110 miles
  • 2009 – 140,063 miles
  • 2008 – 128,944 miles
  • 2007 – 116,166 miles
  • 2006 – 107,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,677 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,677 miles (+3,177)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    149,677 miles
    Test number
    183951743946
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass146,500 miles (+8,332)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,500 miles
    Test number
    605731529217
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass138,168 miles (+491)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,168 miles
    Test number
    825264939516
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil warning light is on

  4. Pass137,677 miles (+354)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,677 miles
    Test number
    909790739481
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,323 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    206925887733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Body has slight corrosion both (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisorySmokes till warm

  6. Fail137,323 miles (+3,611)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    967358052375
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Body has slight corrosion both (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisorySmokes till warm

  7. Pass133,712 miles (-62,245)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    133,712 miles
    Test number
    671830002539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass195,957 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    195,957 miles
    Test number
    745081431676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass191,966 miles (+1,321)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    191,966 miles
    Test number
    678801984119
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass190,645 miles (+2)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    190,645 miles
    Test number
    229768193467
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail190,643 miles (+19,029)20 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,643 miles
    Test number
    839893893116
    • FailureFront Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise rear wiper no blade

  12. Pass171,614 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    171,614 miles
    Test number
    357733492140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail171,612 miles (+11,006)10 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,612 miles
    Test number
    615382192197
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass160,606 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    160,606 miles
    Test number
    959577681104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Fail160,606 miles (+9,496)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,606 miles
    Test number
    207457181126
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass151,110 miles (+12)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    151,110 miles
    Test number
    814924690128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamage to N/S/F wing
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail151,098 miles (+11,035)14 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,098 miles
    Test number
    203728180438
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDamage to N/S/F wing
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass140,063 miles (+18)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    140,063 miles
    Test number
    613889889158
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight damage on N/S/F corner
    • NoteSlight damage to O/S/R wheel arch

  19. Fail140,045 miles (+11,101)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,045 miles
    Test number
    820638189182
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose under drivers door step
    • NoteSlight damage on N/S/F corner
    • NoteSlight damage to O/S/R wheel arch

  20. Pass128,944 miles (+12,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    128,944 miles
    Test number
    692599388173
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass116,166 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    116,166 miles
    Test number
    301920597181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail116,116 miles (+8,249)15 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,116 miles
    Test number
    634215087147
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass107,867 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    107,867 miles
    Test number
    152118726142
    • NoteADVISE:CENTRAL EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED †ADVISE:OFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

Questions about T527 AUA

Does T527 AUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T527 AUA expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T527 AUA?
The MOT on T527 AUA expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T527 AUA done?
T527 AUA was recorded at 149,677 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2023, an average of 2,467 miles a year.
Has T527 AUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T527 AUA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on T527 AUA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T527 AUA find?
T527 AUA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both.

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