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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T953 KNWMOT history

T953 KNW is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 172,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
172,672 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 KNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 KNW was last recorded at 172,672 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2025: 171,368 miles, lower than 171,533 miles on 3 Oct 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,368 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,304 miles
Average per year
2,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,672 miles
  • 2025 – 171,368 miles
  • 2024 – 169,692 miles
  • 2023 – 168,254 miles
  • 2022 – 167,199 miles
  • 2021 – 166,527 miles
  • 2020 – 165,934 miles
  • 2019 – 162,920 miles
  • 2018 – 157,745 miles
  • 2017 – 150,232 miles
  • 2016 – 141,457 miles
  • 2015 – 134,295 miles
  • 2014 – 132,732 miles
  • 2013 – 128,861 miles
  • 2012 – 122,890 miles
  • 2011 – 121,268 miles
  • 2010 – 120,505 miles
  • 2009 – 119,807 miles
  • 2008 – 118,720 miles
  • 2007 – 117,555 miles
  • 2006 – 115,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,672 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCORROSION THROUGH OUT UNDER-SIDE OF VEHICLE
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,672 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    172,672 miles
    Test number
    996371370089
    • AdvisoryCORROSION THROUGH OUT UNDER-SIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail172,672 miles (+1,304)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,672 miles
    Test number
    280767017996
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION THROUGH OUT UNDER-SIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,368 miles (-165)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    171,368 miles
    Test number
    531651164611
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORROSION
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK ARMS

  4. Fail171,533 miles (+1,841)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,533 miles
    Test number
    286851332633
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORROSION
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK ARMS

  5. Pass169,692 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    169,692 miles
    Test number
    404792666563
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILL HAS CORROSION NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERSIDE HAS CORROSION

  6. Fail169,692 miles (+1,438)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,692 miles
    Test number
    414330458880
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILL HAS CORROSION NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERSIDE HAS CORROSION

  7. Pass168,254 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    168,254 miles
    Test number
    940737249368
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail168,233 miles (+1,034)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,233 miles
    Test number
    797777115986
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass167,199 miles (+25)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,199 miles
    Test number
    417127753724
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail167,174 miles (+647)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,174 miles
    Test number
    970505978848
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass166,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    903173122925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail166,527 miles (+593)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    828863743131
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass165,934 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    165,934 miles
    Test number
    912726754849
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Fail165,934 miles (+248)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,934 miles
    Test number
    281476072234
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill Holed In 2 Places. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Fail165,686 miles (+2,766)6 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,686 miles
    Test number
    503373166464
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill Holed In 2 Places. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill Holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill Holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Over Axle. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass162,920 miles (+5,175)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    162,920 miles
    Test number
    411816765676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass157,745 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    157,745 miles
    Test number
    291860956282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass150,232 miles (+8,775)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    150,232 miles
    Test number
    690936137855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,457 miles (+7,162)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,457 miles
    Test number
    368292874908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass134,295 miles (+1,563)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    134,295 miles
    Test number
    968970275003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass132,732 miles (+3,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,732 miles
    Test number
    478057784019
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.

  22. Pass128,861 miles (+5,971)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,861 miles
    Test number
    855461453070
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres perished.

  23. Pass122,890 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    122,890 miles
    Test number
    766051152032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail122,879 miles (+1,611)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,879 miles
    Test number
    266454442036
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished.

  25. Pass121,268 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    578542551059
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail121,253 miles (+748)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,253 miles
    Test number
    906828541052
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass120,505 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    120,505 miles
    Test number
    463169340035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass119,807 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    119,807 miles
    Test number
    480424359034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass118,720 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    118,720 miles
    Test number
    881416958062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass117,555 miles (+2,423)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    117,555 miles
    Test number
    124389557448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass115,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    115,132 miles
    Test number
    812645556080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 KNW

Does T953 KNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T953 KNW is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T953 KNW?
The MOT on T953 KNW is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T953 KNW done?
T953 KNW was recorded at 172,672 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,789 miles a year.
Has T953 KNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 KNW has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T953 KNW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T953 KNW find?
T953 KNW passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: corrosion through out under-side of vehicle; central rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2, and 5 more.

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