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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T888 HMSMOT history

T888 HMS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 280,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
280,554 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 HMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 HMS was last recorded at 280,554 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 9,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
271,268 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,286 miles
Average per year
12,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 280,554 miles
  • 2025 – 271,268 miles
  • 2024 – 261,768 miles
  • 2023 – 252,870 miles
  • 2022 – 251,348 miles
  • 2021 – 247,459 miles
  • 2020 – 237,289 miles
  • 2019 – 228,283 miles
  • 2018 – 220,735 miles
  • 2017 – 213,621 miles
  • 2016 – 206,023 miles
  • 2014 – 185,884 miles
  • 2013 – 162,850 miles
  • 2012 – 134,204 miles
  • 2011 – 109,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass280,554 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exh poor cond

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine management lamp on on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass280,554 miles (+9,286)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    280,554 miles
    Test number
    174496532553
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass271,268 miles (+9,500)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    271,268 miles
    Test number
    863004704163
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass261,768 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    261,768 miles
    Test number
    807622133970
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Fail261,758 miles (+39)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,758 miles
    Test number
    793749800300
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  5. Fail261,719 miles (+8,849)4 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,719 miles
    Test number
    786247147659
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass252,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    252,870 miles
    Test number
    654587273180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail252,870 miles (+1,522)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,870 miles
    Test number
    570191088489
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass251,348 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    251,348 miles
    Test number
    963006597663
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExh poor cond

  9. Fail251,348 miles (+3,889)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,348 miles
    Test number
    768512212244
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExh poor cond

  10. Pass247,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    247,459 miles
    Test number
    120930640692
    • AdvisoryCentral box corroded

  11. Fail247,459 miles (+10,170)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,459 miles
    Test number
    929281960633
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral box corroded

  12. Pass237,289 miles (+9,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    237,289 miles
    Test number
    784057181160
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  13. Pass228,283 miles (+7,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    228,283 miles
    Test number
    651409253166
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass220,735 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    220,735 miles
    Test number
    133829155195
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on on dash

  15. Fail220,731 miles (+7,110)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,731 miles
    Test number
    488424283443
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on on dash

  16. Pass213,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    213,621 miles
    Test number
    526005489052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail213,621 miles (+7,598)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,621 miles
    Test number
    429245851628
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high n/s and o/s (1.8)

  18. Pass206,023 miles (+20,139)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    206,023 miles
    Test number
    389014209448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass185,884 miles (+23,034)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    185,884 miles
    Test number
    367434954397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass162,850 miles (+28,646)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    162,850 miles
    Test number
    528345153345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass134,204 miles (+25,075)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    134,204 miles
    Test number
    676483742395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,129 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,129 miles
    Test number
    916408041399
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T888 HMS

Does T888 HMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 HMS is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 HMS?
The MOT on T888 HMS is valid until 2 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 HMS done?
T888 HMS was recorded at 280,554 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 12,004 miles a year.
Has T888 HMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 HMS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T888 HMS 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 HMS find?
T888 HMS passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front lower gearbox mounting defective; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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