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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

863 MPPMOT history

863 MPP is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

863 MPP red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
153,757 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
863 MPP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

863 MPP was last recorded at 153,757 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 3,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,442 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,315 miles
Average per year
4,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,757 miles
  • 2025 – 150,442 miles
  • 2024 – 148,732 miles
  • 2023 – 146,701 miles
  • 2022 – 144,944 miles
  • 2021 – 144,932 miles
  • 2020 – 142,151 miles
  • 2019 – 137,283 miles
  • 2018 – 137,235 miles
  • 2017 – 135,340 miles
  • 2015 – 126,615 miles
  • 2014 – 125,655 miles
  • 2013 – 118,176 miles
  • 2009 – 113,652 miles
  • 2008 – 95,065 miles
  • 2006 – 70,773 miles
  • 2005 – 58,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,757 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuperficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears / rear sections

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,757 miles (+3,315)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    153,757 miles
    Test number
    289571515331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuperficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess
  2. Pass150,442 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,442 miles
    Test number
    467959164058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears / rear sections (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
  3. Fail150,440 miles (+1,708)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,440 miles
    Test number
    584889179359
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears / rear sections (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
  4. Pass148,732 miles (+2,031)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,732 miles
    Test number
    926969815236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sliding door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass146,701 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    146,701 miles
    Test number
    662335890473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail146,683 miles (+1,739)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,683 miles
    Test number
    676923058956
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass144,944 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,944 miles
    Test number
    453259138316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail144,932 miles (+2,781)5 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,932 miles
    Test number
    923205109616
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Engine bay. (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Fuel leak. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorAir/vacuum reservoir has minor corrosion (1.1.9 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass142,151 miles (+4,868)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,151 miles
    Test number
    672676317478
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front rubber flexy hose deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front rubber flexy hose deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  10. Pass137,283 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,283 miles
    Test number
    943721596310
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn to limits on edges and perished in tread ADVISE NEW (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables poor condition
  11. Fail137,274 miles (+39)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,274 miles
    Test number
    165853089713
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both rear (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine overheating (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s/r sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres worn to limits on edges and perished in tread ADVISE NEW (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables poor condition
  12. Fail137,235 miles (+1,895)1 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,235 miles
    Test number
    291448784140
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to visible smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above the tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And is also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also is perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass135,340 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    135,340 miles
    Test number
    462331128473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle smokes on start up
  14. Fail135,338 miles (+88)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,338 miles
    Test number
    555209973601
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail135,250 miles (+8,635)11 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,250 miles
    Test number
    569644943604
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint BOTH SIDES (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play BO TH SIDES (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass126,615 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    126,615 miles
    Test number
    907308131880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,655 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    125,655 miles
    Test number
    856490614331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  18. Fail125,654 miles (+7,478)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,654 miles
    Test number
    277039204341
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  19. Pass118,176 miles (+4,356)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    118,176 miles
    Test number
    378080893246
    • NoteBoth front tyres have low tread depth/uneven wear across tread area
    • NoteSlight deterioration to rear number plate
    • NoteSlight wear to both steering arms
  20. Pass113,820 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    113,820 miles
    Test number
    186895913444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail113,810 miles (+158)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,810 miles
    Test number
    408945203074
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass113,652 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    113,652 miles
    Test number
    270220259456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,637 miles (+18,572)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,637 miles
    Test number
    241315339458
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  24. Pass95,065 miles (+24,292)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,065 miles
    Test number
    630387528183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,773 miles (+501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    70,773 miles
    Test number
    961802646369
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  26. Fail70,272 miles (+11,708)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,272 miles
    Test number
    744198726383
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Pass58,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    58,564 miles
    Test number
    544013125322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 863 MPP

What vehicle is registration 863 MPP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 863 MPP on a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 863 MPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 863 MPP is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 863 MPP?
The MOT on 863 MPP is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 863 MPP done?
863 MPP was recorded at 153,757 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 4,632 miles a year.
Has 863 MPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 863 MPP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 863 MPP 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 863 MPP find?
863 MPP passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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