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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T52 SHLMOT history

T52 SHL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 309,937 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
309,937 km
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,986 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T52 SHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T52 SHL was last recorded at 309,937 km on 20 Apr 2026, 4,459 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
305,478 km · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,459 km
Average per year
5,986 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 309,937 km
  • 2025 – 305,478 km
  • 2023 – 295,905 km
  • 2021 – 293,240 km
  • 2020 – 290,043 km
  • 2019 – 283,744 km
  • 2018 – 278,990 km
  • 2016 – 268,944 km
  • 2015 – 263,857 km
  • 2011 – 228,455 km
  • 2010 – 222,120 km
  • 2009 – 216,310 km
  • 2008 – 214,588 km
  • 2007 – 210,249 km
  • 2006 – 201,918 km
  • 2005 – 187,869 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass309,937 km
  • AdvisoryFront crossmember corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • O/S/F Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass309,937 km (+4,459)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    309,937 km
    Test number
    750026813811
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Pass305,478 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    305,478 km
    Test number
    117124060608
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Fail305,478 miles (+2,578)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,478 miles
    Test number
    964759255925
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Pass302,900 miles (+6,987)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    302,900 miles
    Test number
    837262960616
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively Obviously not in use. (6.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass295,913 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    295,913 miles
    Test number
    279433505587
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush front both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test mounting area excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryFront hubs very corroded
  6. Fail295,913 miles1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,913 miles
    Test number
    487444260410
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush front both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test mounting area excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryFront hubs very corroded
  7. Fail295,905 km (+2,665)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,905 km
    Test number
    445463731803
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended central buckle for NS rear seatbelt broken with missing casing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen NS inop, OS minimal output not enough to clear windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides - front damper bushes cracked (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides - some play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top mount for damper - slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cracking and deformation of drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test detachable ball
  8. Pass293,240 km (+3,197)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    293,240 km
    Test number
    814230713610
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x2 (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn d bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in protective underseal product
  9. Pass290,043 km (+6,299)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    290,043 km
    Test number
    826079301392
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in protective sealer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside painted in protective sealer
  10. Pass283,744 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    283,744 km
    Test number
    375404407079
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail283,744 km1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,744 km
    Test number
    387416108778
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass278,990 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    278,990 miles
    Test number
    585955415900
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing bushes perishing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront cross-member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 4 (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x 2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust
  13. Fail278,990 km1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,990 km
    Test number
    770063474053
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing bushes perishing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront cross-member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 4 (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x 2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust
  14. Pass274,759 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    274,759 miles
    Test number
    276049619822
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened suspensions arms,anti roll bar and links corroding (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  15. Pass268,944 km (+5,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    268,944 km
    Test number
    984597326120
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass263,857 km3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    263,857 km
    Test number
    979087485072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail252,172 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,172 miles
    Test number
    695188134087
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass252,172 miles (+7,374)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    252,172 miles
    Test number
    756168734092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass244,798 miles (+6,550)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    244,798 miles
    Test number
    208933653094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass238,248 miles (+9,792)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    238,248 miles
    Test number
    497607162008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass228,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    228,456 miles
    Test number
    105393881444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail228,455 km (+6,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,455 km
    Test number
    927723081070
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
  23. Pass222,120 km (+5,810)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    222,120 km
    Test number
    824821080016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass216,310 km (+1,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    216,310 km
    Test number
    564126509178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass214,588 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    214,588 km
    Test number
    582122138385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  26. Fail214,588 km (+4,339)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,588 km
    Test number
    892292338365
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  27. Pass210,249 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    210,249 km
    Test number
    294917427368
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  28. Fail210,249 km (+8,331)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,249 km
    Test number
    381477727389
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  29. Pass201,918 km (+14,049)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    201,918 km
    Test number
    591878126395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass187,869 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    187,869 km
    Test number
    231932835370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T52 SHL

Does T52 SHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T52 SHL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T52 SHL?
The MOT on T52 SHL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T52 SHL done?
T52 SHL was recorded at 309,937 km at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,986 km a year.
Has T52 SHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T52 SHL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T52 SHL 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 T52 SHL find?
T52 SHL passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front crossmember corroded; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 5 more.

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