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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1992 · 2,500 cc

J66 ADLMOT history

J66 ADL is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Sept 1992. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

J66 ADL white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2026
Mileage
117,603 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 ADL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
28 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

J66 ADL was last recorded at 117,603 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,425 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
178 miles
Average per year
2,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,603 miles
  • 2025 – 117,425 miles
  • 2024 – 116,425 miles
  • 2023 – 115,715 miles
  • 2021 – 115,711 miles
  • 2019 – 113,995 miles
  • 2018 – 113,881 miles
  • 2017 – 113,745 miles
  • 2016 – 112,241 miles
  • 2015 – 111,708 miles
  • 2014 – 110,207 miles
  • 2013 – 107,569 miles
  • 2012 – 104,516 miles
  • 2011 – 102,195 miles
  • 2010 – 97,502 miles
  • 2009 – 92,539 miles
  • 2008 – 87,158 miles
  • 2007 – 81,775 miles
  • 2006 – 75,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,603 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,603 miles (+178)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,603 miles
    Test number
    899689287747
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass117,425 miles (+1)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,425 miles
    Test number
    566093873841
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail117,424 miles (+999)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,424 miles
    Test number
    577651341805
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass116,425 miles (+25)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,425 miles
    Test number
    871030660276
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail116,400 miles (+685)9 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    196161485638
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements colour excessively faded (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass115,715 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,715 miles
    Test number
    891342092523
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion
  7. Fail115,711 miles (+1,716)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,711 miles
    Test number
    311401335883
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative siezed abs not fitted (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor condition part of baffle hanging out of tail pipe
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to vehicle underside
  8. Pass113,995 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,995 miles
    Test number
    459455769893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,881 miles (+136)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,881 miles
    Test number
    681637077489
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLots of surface corrosion to underside + suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake slight bind when rotated by hand
  10. Pass113,745 miles (+1,504)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    233591762824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryLots of surface corrosion to underside + suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill hole/ corrosion but not with in 30cm of a structural mount
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake has a slight bind
  11. Pass112,241 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,241 miles
    Test number
    503249938751
    • DangerousFront crash bar corroded, not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front flexi brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust covers perished
  12. Fail112,241 miles (+533)1 dangerous8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,241 miles
    Test number
    607109826418
    • DangerousFront crash bar corroded, not within prescribed areas
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front flexi brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust covers perished
  13. Pass111,708 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,708 miles
    Test number
    258752235470
    • NoteSurface corrosion to chassis and offside and nearside sills
  14. Fail111,708 miles (+1,501)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,708 miles
    Test number
    487872435194
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion to chassis and offside and nearside sills
  15. Pass110,207 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,207 miles
    Test number
    299783134158
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded
  16. Fail110,207 miles (+2,638)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,207 miles
    Test number
    318342634154
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded
  17. Pass107,569 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    107,569 miles
    Test number
    888126333165
    • NoteAll flexi brake hoses perished
  18. Fail107,568 miles (+3,052)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,568 miles
    Test number
    999176733172
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll flexi brake hoses perished
  19. Pass104,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,516 miles
    Test number
    568771732138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail104,516 miles (+2,321)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,516 miles
    Test number
    156869122190
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  21. Pass102,195 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,195 miles
    Test number
    805549231124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,502 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    97,502 miles
    Test number
    791898130143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,539 miles (+5,381)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    92,539 miles
    Test number
    130491019101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,158 miles (+5,383)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,158 miles
    Test number
    180045738101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,775 miles (+6,298)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    81,775 miles
    Test number
    412675637151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    75,477 miles
    Test number
    992207896028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 ADL

Does J66 ADL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J66 ADL expired on 9 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J66 ADL?
The MOT on J66 ADL expired on 9 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J66 ADL done?
J66 ADL was recorded at 117,603 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 2,077 miles a year.
Has J66 ADL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 ADL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on J66 ADL 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 J66 ADL find?
J66 ADL failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 3 major defects and 9 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside front outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow, and 9 more.

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