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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T652 DBWMOT history

T652 DBW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 205,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
205,176 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T652 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T652 DBW was last recorded at 205,176 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 2,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,646 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,530 miles
Average per year
2,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,176 miles
  • 2025 – 202,646 miles
  • 2024 – 200,105 miles
  • 2022 – 199,438 miles
  • 2021 – 198,271 miles
  • 2020 – 198,002 miles
  • 2019 – 195,983 miles
  • 2018 – 192,990 miles
  • 2017 – 189,014 miles
  • 2016 – 185,186 miles
  • 2015 – 181,201 miles
  • 2014 – 177,818 miles
  • 2013 – 173,919 miles
  • 2012 – 168,178 miles
  • 2011 – 164,271 miles
  • 2010 – 161,663 miles
  • 2009 – 158,817 miles
  • 2008 – 155,357 miles
  • 2007 – 149,274 miles
  • 2006 – 148,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,176 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crash bar (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.

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Both steering rack ends worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass205,176 miles (+2,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    205,176 miles
    Test number
    641343886124
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crash bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass202,646 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    202,646 miles
    Test number
    812632759263
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail202,615 miles (+2,510)12 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,615 miles
    Test number
    530408562232
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass200,105 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    200,105 miles
    Test number
    182670820125
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Fail200,105 miles (+667)1 dangerous8 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,105 miles
    Test number
    162934804337
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake linkage excessively corroded handbrake return spring broken (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure

  6. Pass199,438 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    199,438 miles
    Test number
    313074884107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail199,428 miles (+1,157)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,428 miles
    Test number
    738414636824
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,271 miles (+269)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    198,271 miles
    Test number
    334870206542
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass198,002 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    198,002 miles
    Test number
    662872368497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail198,002 miles (+2,019)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,002 miles
    Test number
    949322083596
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass195,983 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    195,983 miles
    Test number
    565790949798
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable spring
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower on performance

  12. Fail195,983 miles (+2,993)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,983 miles
    Test number
    749213188074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable spring
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower on performance

  13. Pass192,990 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    192,990 miles
    Test number
    390818817937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable spring broken
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower on performance

  14. Fail192,990 miles (+3,976)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,990 miles
    Test number
    688851661823
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable spring broken
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower on performance

  15. Pass189,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    189,014 miles
    Test number
    250512151637
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack ends worn

  16. Fail189,014 miles (+3,828)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,014 miles
    Test number
    711901318074
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack ends worn

  17. Pass185,186 miles (+3,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    185,186 miles
    Test number
    923327145020
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack ends worn

  18. Pass181,201 miles (+3,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    181,201 miles
    Test number
    525896105104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass177,818 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    177,818 miles
    Test number
    686080644156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass173,919 miles (+5,741)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    173,919 miles
    Test number
    775658943121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass168,178 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    168,178 miles
    Test number
    237719242449
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smaller than original

  22. Fail168,178 miles (+3,907)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,178 miles
    Test number
    766649042123
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smaller than original

  23. Pass164,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    164,271 miles
    Test number
    248336341428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail164,271 miles (+2,608)3 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,271 miles
    Test number
    276665141116
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside front tyre worn bold on inned edge and close to cords being exposed
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass161,663 miles (+2,846)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    161,663 miles
    Test number
    652331840150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail158,817 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,817 miles
    Test number
    171029349103
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass158,817 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    158,817 miles
    Test number
    821649549141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass155,357 miles (+6,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    155,357 miles
    Test number
    864711158182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass149,274 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    149,274 miles
    Test number
    672772747128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail149,269 miles (+1,015)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,269 miles
    Test number
    102691047147
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  31. Pass148,254 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    148,254 miles
    Test number
    141968626281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Fail148,248 miles6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    812478806288
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T652 DBW

Does T652 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T652 DBW is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T652 DBW?
The MOT on T652 DBW is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T652 DBW done?
T652 DBW was recorded at 205,176 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 2,883 miles a year.
Has T652 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T652 DBW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T652 DBW 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 T652 DBW find?
T652 DBW passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crash bar.

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