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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T538 SAPMOT history

T538 SAP is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
106,752 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 SAP
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 SAP was last recorded at 106,752 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,965 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,787 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,752 miles
  • 2025 – 103,965 miles
  • 2024 – 100,116 miles
  • 2023 – 96,957 miles
  • 2022 – 94,162 miles
  • 2021 – 90,931 miles
  • 2020 – 86,832 miles
  • 2019 – 82,731 miles
  • 2018 – 78,177 miles
  • 2017 – 75,161 miles
  • 2016 – 71,691 miles
  • 2015 – 65,807 miles
  • 2014 – 59,851 miles
  • 2013 – 53,874 miles
  • 2012 – 50,420 miles
  • 2011 – 47,994 miles
  • 2010 – 45,505 miles
  • 2009 – 43,282 miles
  • 2008 – 40,878 miles
  • 2007 – 37,999 miles
  • 2006 – 34,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,752 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,752 miles (+2,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    711287972147
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass103,965 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,965 miles
    Test number
    516822223526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,116 miles (+3,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,116 miles
    Test number
    147860380805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass96,957 miles (+2,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,957 miles
    Test number
    669212646510
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass94,162 miles (+3,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,162 miles
    Test number
    384791989624
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass90,931 miles (+4,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,931 miles
    Test number
    619327823146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,832 miles (+4,101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,832 miles
    Test number
    529958334813
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,731 miles (+4,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,731 miles
    Test number
    717453562923
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,177 miles (+3,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    263618194958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass75,161 miles (+3,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    207472301956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass71,691 miles (+5,884)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,691 miles
    Test number
    245045422037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass65,807 miles (+5,956)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,807 miles
    Test number
    306571675031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,851 miles (+5,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,851 miles
    Test number
    698016054076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass53,874 miles (+3,454)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,874 miles
    Test number
    108673863464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perrished on outer sidewalls

  15. Fail50,420 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,420 miles
    Test number
    688195672037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass50,420 miles (+2,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,420 miles
    Test number
    936025172054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass47,994 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    985394451040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,505 miles (+2,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    154541270009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass43,282 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,282 miles
    Test number
    923955179044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,878 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,878 miles
    Test number
    794185368090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,999 miles (+3,048)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,999 miles
    Test number
    113309757457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,951 miles
    Test number
    282371666012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,950 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,950 miles
    Test number
    160711366485
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls cracking.

Questions about T538 SAP

Does T538 SAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 SAP is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T538 SAP?
The MOT on T538 SAP is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T538 SAP done?
T538 SAP was recorded at 106,752 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has T538 SAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 SAP has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on T538 SAP 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 T538 SAP find?
T538 SAP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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