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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,459 cc

P199 BWNMOT history

P199 BWN is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 199,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

P199 BWN grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
199,751 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P199 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P199 BWN was last recorded at 199,751 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 2,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,216 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,535 miles
Average per year
3,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,751 miles
  • 2024 – 197,216 miles
  • 2023 – 193,598 miles
  • 2022 – 182,335 miles
  • 2021 – 177,942 miles
  • 2020 – 175,355 miles
  • 2019 – 173,361 miles
  • 2018 – 171,060 miles
  • 2017 – 167,929 miles
  • 2016 – 165,612 miles
  • 2014 – 162,536 miles
  • 2013 – 159,078 miles
  • 2011 – 155,975 miles
  • 2010 – 148,743 miles
  • 2009 – 142,483 miles
  • 2008 – 137,644 miles
  • 2007 – 133,326 miles
  • 2006 – 128,073 miles
  • 2005 – 122,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,751 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,751 miles (+2,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    199,751 miles
    Test number
    560936064955
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass197,216 miles (+3,618)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    197,216 miles
    Test number
    869908672155
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass193,598 miles (+16)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    193,598 miles
    Test number
    853869942532
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail193,582 miles (+11,247)1 dangerous8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,582 miles
    Test number
    127586528697
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass182,335 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    182,335 miles
    Test number
    203350041110
    • AdvisoryFront x member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in driveshaft\wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear vallance corroded
    • AdvisoryOs and ns sill surface corrosion
  6. Fail182,321 miles (+4,379)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,321 miles
    Test number
    407391408994
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront x member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in driveshaft\wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear vallance corroded
    • AdvisoryOs and ns sill surface corrosion
  7. Pass177,942 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    177,942 miles
    Test number
    758552003056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced vallance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering wheel
  8. Fail177,942 miles (+730)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,942 miles
    Test number
    281702282583
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced vallance (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering wheel
  9. Pass177,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    177,212 miles
    Test number
    979330766288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail177,212 miles (+1,857)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,212 miles
    Test number
    916861786152
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOsf crossmember n/s/f outer sill o/s/f outer sill n/s/f inner wheel arch all corroded
  11. Pass175,355 miles (+1,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,355 miles
    Test number
    217001147610
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty
  12. Pass173,361 miles (+2,301)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    173,361 miles
    Test number
    265664875382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass171,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    171,060 miles
    Test number
    747997091133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail171,060 miles (+3,131)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,060 miles
    Test number
    713635213432
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
  15. Pass167,929 miles (+2,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    167,929 miles
    Test number
    895327332118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass165,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    165,612 miles
    Test number
    868585850522
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail165,160 miles (+2,624)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,160 miles
    Test number
    898613947610
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass162,536 miles (+172)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    162,536 miles
    Test number
    438120424116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail162,364 miles (+3,286)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,364 miles
    Test number
    939062394032
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass159,078 miles (+3,103)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    159,078 miles
    Test number
    137283833442
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers damp
    • NoteBoth sills starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to perish
  21. Pass155,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    155,975 miles
    Test number
    278373321381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail155,975 miles (+637)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,975 miles
    Test number
    466323821403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  23. Fail155,338 miles (+6,595)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,338 miles
    Test number
    996067771248
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  24. Pass148,743 miles (+360)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    148,743 miles
    Test number
    630912210378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  25. Fail148,383 miles (+5,900)7 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,383 miles
    Test number
    824908080276
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s and N/s steering arms have free play
  26. Pass142,483 miles (+4,839)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    142,483 miles
    Test number
    214346209317
    • NoteO/s door mirror glass cracked
    • NoteVery slight leak from rear exhaust box
    • NoteVery slight play in both steering arms
  27. Pass137,644 miles (+4,318)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    137,644 miles
    Test number
    414178308424
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r outer sill
    • NoteGreas loss o/s c/v boot
    • NotePlay in o/s steering rack
    • NoteWindscreen damage
  28. Pass133,326 miles (+57)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    133,326 miles
    Test number
    700916697214
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteBoth front outer anti roll bar links worn
    • NoteSlight play in top steering column
    • NoteWinscreen damage
  29. Fail133,269 miles (+5,196)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,269 miles
    Test number
    953261497297
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteBoth front outer anti roll bar links worn
    • NoteSlight play in top steering column
    • NoteWinscreen damage
  30. Pass128,073 miles (+5,510)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    128,073 miles
    Test number
    904203486222
    • NoteHandbrake cable
    • NotePlay in steering rack
  31. Pass122,563 miles (+254)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    122,563 miles
    Test number
    311210285267
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar links worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to limit
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteWindscreen damage
  32. Fail122,309 miles8 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,309 miles
    Test number
    540633465280
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar links worn badley
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to limit
    • NoteOffside rrear brake disc warped
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteWindscreen damage

Questions about P199 BWN

Does P199 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P199 BWN is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P199 BWN?
The MOT on P199 BWN is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P199 BWN done?
P199 BWN was recorded at 199,751 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 3,700 miles a year.
Has P199 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P199 BWN has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P199 BWN 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 P199 BWN find?
P199 BWN passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central front steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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