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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T871 BANMOT history

T871 BAN is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 208,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
208,157 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T871 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T871 BAN was last recorded at 208,157 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,027 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
7,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,157 miles
  • 2025 – 200,445 miles
  • 2024 – 193,747 miles
  • 2023 – 184,642 miles
  • 2022 – 178,832 miles
  • 2021 – 174,057 miles
  • 2020 – 170,719 miles
  • 2019 – 163,567 miles
  • 2018 – 150,581 miles
  • 2017 – 142,216 miles
  • 2016 – 132,334 miles
  • 2015 – 119,107 miles
  • 2014 – 110,635 miles
  • 2013 – 93,991 miles
  • 2012 – 80,998 miles
  • 2011 – 76,695 miles
  • 2010 – 74,053 miles
  • 2009 – 72,218 miles
  • 2008 – 69,502 miles
  • 2007 – 63,110 miles
  • 2006 – 57,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,157 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,157 miles (+130)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    208,157 miles
    Test number
    962713027843
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail208,027 miles (+7,582)4 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,027 miles
    Test number
    127760629493
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of rear bumper
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass200,445 miles (+112)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    200,445 miles
    Test number
    907063485332
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail200,333 miles (+6,586)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,333 miles
    Test number
    436404591688
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass193,747 miles (+61)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    193,747 miles
    Test number
    978570480101
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  6. Fail193,686 miles (+9,044)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,686 miles
    Test number
    957870411257
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass184,642 miles (+5,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    184,642 miles
    Test number
    990662038595
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass178,832 miles (+4,775)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,832 miles
    Test number
    117636800606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass174,057 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,057 miles
    Test number
    508342049825
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail174,055 miles (+3,336)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,055 miles
    Test number
    755917632423
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass170,719 miles (+7,152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    170,719 miles
    Test number
    667212294209
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass163,567 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    163,567 miles
    Test number
    753961954704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail163,567 miles (+12,986)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,567 miles
    Test number
    297472444191
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lamp holed (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass150,581 miles (+8,365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,581 miles
    Test number
    492910730283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)

  15. Pass142,216 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    142,216 miles
    Test number
    705932181936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint at rack area (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail142,215 miles (+9,881)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,215 miles
    Test number
    798945581435
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint at rack area (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass132,334 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    132,334 miles
    Test number
    505748425837
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNear side front lens damage
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight steering rack inner joint off side

  18. Fail132,334 miles (+13,227)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,334 miles
    Test number
    619152400631
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNear side front lens damage
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight steering rack inner joint off side

  19. Fail119,107 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,107 miles
    Test number
    358321055099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass119,107 miles (+8,472)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    119,107 miles
    Test number
    788121455029
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass110,635 miles (+16,644)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    110,635 miles
    Test number
    149494744057
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack arms (minor)
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  22. Pass93,991 miles (+80)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,991 miles
    Test number
    337216553016
    • NoteOff side rear tyre slightly misshapen

  23. Fail93,911 miles (+12,913)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,911 miles
    Test number
    145463753042
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perrishing between treads

  24. Pass80,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,998 miles
    Test number
    535016942005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,998 miles (+4,303)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,998 miles
    Test number
    786046642090
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass76,695 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,695 miles
    Test number
    496511741073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,053 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,053 miles
    Test number
    990926130027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass72,218 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    151104619448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,502 miles (+6,392)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,502 miles
    Test number
    870564518013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,110 miles (+5,547)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,110 miles
    Test number
    320309727083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    57,563 miles
    Test number
    470894546038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T871 BAN

Does T871 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T871 BAN is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T871 BAN?
The MOT on T871 BAN is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T871 BAN done?
T871 BAN was recorded at 208,157 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 7,501 miles a year.
Has T871 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T871 BAN has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T871 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 T871 BAN find?
T871 BAN passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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