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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T888 DSMMOT history

T888 DSM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 195,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
195,421 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 DSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 DSM was last recorded at 195,421 miles on 1 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,415 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,421 miles
  • 2025 – 193,278 miles
  • 2024 – 190,753 miles
  • 2023 – 189,343 miles
  • 2022 – 185,005 miles
  • 2021 – 183,002 miles
  • 2020 – 181,017 miles
  • 2019 – 177,017 miles
  • 2018 – 171,139 miles
  • 2017 – 167,251 miles
  • 2016 – 162,183 miles
  • 2015 – 154,717 miles
  • 2014 – 147,912 miles
  • 2013 – 142,485 miles
  • 2012 – 134,157 miles
  • 2010 – 116,642 miles
  • 2009 – 89,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,421 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery area

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Electrical wiring inadequately secured front to rear cable under body

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cables covering number plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,421 miles (+6)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    195,421 miles
    Test number
    117254808095
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail195,415 miles (+2,137)7 major1 minor25 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,415 miles
    Test number
    188070296988
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass193,278 miles (+2,525)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    193,278 miles
    Test number
    944703801581
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass190,753 miles (+1,410)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    190,753 miles
    Test number
    153241032201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass189,343 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    189,343 miles
    Test number
    233662364319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass185,005 miles (+50)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    185,005 miles
    Test number
    855918645016
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery area (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured front to rear cable under body (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cables covering number plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail184,955 miles (+1,953)2 dangerous7 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,955 miles
    Test number
    692934975440
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged front to rear cable freyed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear box resting on anti roll bar (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery area (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured front to rear cable under body (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cables covering number plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass183,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    183,002 miles
    Test number
    961839307163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail183,002 miles (+1,985)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,002 miles
    Test number
    118067677133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  10. Pass181,017 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    181,017 miles
    Test number
    987847845530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass177,017 miles (+5,878)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    177,017 miles
    Test number
    656057426070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass171,139 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    171,139 miles
    Test number
    983317167764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass167,251 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    167,251 miles
    Test number
    652975477642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight wear outer edge
  14. Fail167,113 miles (+4,930)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,113 miles
    Test number
    876826711891
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass162,183 miles (+7,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    162,183 miles
    Test number
    703712274436
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside (front arm rear bush) (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass154,717 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    154,717 miles
    Test number
    969563875095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail154,702 miles (+6,790)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,702 miles
    Test number
    715132165047
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass147,912 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    147,912 miles
    Test number
    779890964010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass142,485 miles (+8,328)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    142,485 miles
    Test number
    218104543006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
  20. Pass134,157 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    134,157 miles
    Test number
    196232762402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail134,121 miles (+17,479)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,121 miles
    Test number
    176940162459
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Pass116,642 miles (+27,547)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    116,642 miles
    Test number
    742501650255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    89,095 miles
    Test number
    693254459227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T888 DSM

Does T888 DSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 DSM is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 DSM?
The MOT on T888 DSM is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 DSM done?
T888 DSM was recorded at 195,421 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 6,392 miles a year.
Has T888 DSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 DSM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T888 DSM 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 T888 DSM find?
T888 DSM passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 19 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 16 more.

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