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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T837 BANMOT history

T837 BAN is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 218,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
218,111 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T837 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T837 BAN was last recorded at 218,111 miles on 18 May 2026, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,871 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
3,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,111 miles
  • 2025 – 217,871 miles
  • 2024 – 217,300 miles
  • 2023 – 216,563 miles
  • 2021 – 216,469 miles
  • 2020 – 216,469 miles
  • 2019 – 216,434 miles
  • 2018 – 215,232 miles
  • 2017 – 215,153 miles
  • 2016 – 215,029 miles
  • 2015 – 214,548 miles
  • 2013 – 213,773 miles
  • 2012 – 205,242 miles
  • 2011 – 192,121 miles
  • 2010 – 179,037 miles
  • 2008 – 162,737 miles
  • 2007 – 156,062 miles
  • 2006 – 148,248 miles
  • 2005 – 135,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,111 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all brake hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,111 miles (+240)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    218,111 miles
    Test number
    995303597280
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass217,871 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    217,871 miles
    Test number
    595054997502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass217,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    217,300 miles
    Test number
    741215501525
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car has surface corrosion

  4. Fail217,300 miles (+737)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,300 miles
    Test number
    953747843318
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car has surface corrosion

  5. Pass216,563 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    216,563 miles
    Test number
    120276782935
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion building up along the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail216,561 miles (+92)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,561 miles
    Test number
    935054449407
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion building up along the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass216,469 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    216,469 miles
    Test number
    369660259738
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass216,469 miles (+35)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    216,469 miles
    Test number
    420212045389
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre of the inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar rotten but not affecting integral structure of the vehicle

  9. Pass216,434 miles (+1,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    216,434 miles
    Test number
    798054208818
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass215,232 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    215,232 miles
    Test number
    772405152320
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail215,229 miles (+76)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,229 miles
    Test number
    105161598866
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass215,153 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    215,153 miles
    Test number
    947604942326
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail215,153 miles (+124)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,153 miles
    Test number
    914340502486
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass215,029 miles (+481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    215,029 miles
    Test number
    155668973679
    • AdvisoryEngine emits slight smoke under acceleration
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  15. Pass214,548 miles (+775)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    214,548 miles
    Test number
    748060345270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass213,773 miles (+8,531)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    213,773 miles
    Test number
    385618933082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks

  17. Pass205,242 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    205,242 miles
    Test number
    258558552023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail205,044 miles (+12,923)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,044 miles
    Test number
    167834352452
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass192,121 miles (+13,084)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    192,121 miles
    Test number
    145781541093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass179,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    179,037 miles
    Test number
    502717850007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail179,037 miles (+16,300)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,037 miles
    Test number
    710257750002
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass162,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    162,737 miles
    Test number
    213328118281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail162,737 miles (+6,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,737 miles
    Test number
    321048718422
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass156,062 miles (+7,814)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    156,062 miles
    Test number
    272108417233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass148,248 miles (+12,442)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    561665816266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass135,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    135,806 miles
    Test number
    222468815275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T837 BAN

Does T837 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T837 BAN is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T837 BAN?
The MOT on T837 BAN is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T837 BAN done?
T837 BAN was recorded at 218,111 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 3,961 miles a year.
Has T837 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T837 BAN has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T837 BAN 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 T837 BAN find?
T837 BAN passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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