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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T538 UCSMOT history

T538 UCS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
95,544 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 UCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 UCS was last recorded at 95,544 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 1,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,836 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,708 miles
Average per year
2,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,544 miles
  • 2025 – 93,836 miles
  • 2024 – 92,008 miles
  • 2023 – 90,400 miles
  • 2022 – 87,485 miles
  • 2020 – 84,603 miles
  • 2019 – 81,480 miles
  • 2018 – 81,133 miles
  • 2017 – 79,313 miles
  • 2016 – 78,517 miles
  • 2015 – 78,022 miles
  • 2014 – 77,404 miles
  • 2013 – 75,828 miles
  • 2012 – 72,652 miles
  • 2011 – 70,513 miles
  • 2010 – 67,987 miles
  • 2009 – 63,853 miles
  • 2008 – 60,444 miles
  • 2007 – 55,514 miles
  • 2006 – 49,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,544 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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,544 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    95,544 miles
    Test number
    990493259534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,836 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,836 miles
    Test number
    928700093482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,008 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,008 miles
    Test number
    178624286187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,400 miles (+2,915)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,400 miles
    Test number
    395512247644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,485 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,485 miles
    Test number
    745122402759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,603 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,603 miles
    Test number
    343195207822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,480 miles (+347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,480 miles
    Test number
    822846527136
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper crush bar corroded & holed

  8. Pass81,133 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,133 miles
    Test number
    945683546967
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose ferrules corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear (4) brake hose ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear crush bar corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded

  9. Fail81,128 miles (+1,815)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    992465498000
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 650 / 353 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose ferrules corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear (4) brake hose ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear crush bar corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded

  10. Pass79,313 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    892833466436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear vehicle structure corroded & holed but outwith 30cm of towbar mounting
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail79,312 miles (+795)1 failure16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    599452440547
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear vehicle structure corroded & holed but outwith 30cm of towbar mounting
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass78,517 miles (+4)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,517 miles
    Test number
    248838115417
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail78,513 miles (+491)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,513 miles
    Test number
    676572209062
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass78,022 miles (+618)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,022 miles
    Test number
    328772385081
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass77,404 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,404 miles
    Test number
    246573574056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNs sill damaged

  16. Fail77,403 miles (+1,575)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,403 miles
    Test number
    365212374054
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNs sill damaged

  17. Pass75,828 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,828 miles
    Test number
    907637583042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNs outer sill damaged

  18. Fail75,827 miles (+3,175)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,827 miles
    Test number
    589744483037
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNs outer sill damaged

  19. Pass72,652 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,652 miles
    Test number
    365860392008
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail72,650 miles (+2,137)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,650 miles
    Test number
    995763282063
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass70,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    655122681033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,513 miles (+2,526)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    216900181066
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass67,987 miles (+4,134)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    163968480083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,853 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,853 miles
    Test number
    671561499057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,444 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,444 miles
    Test number
    152957958128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,514 miles (+5,739)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,514 miles
    Test number
    852376967119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,775 miles
    Test number
    672697616138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T538 UCS

Does T538 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 UCS is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T538 UCS?
The MOT on T538 UCS is valid until 25 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 UCS done?
T538 UCS was recorded at 95,544 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,307 miles a year.
Has T538 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 UCS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T538 UCS 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 UCS find?
T538 UCS passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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