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Volkswagen LT

Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 2,459 cc

P786 VTCMOT history

P786 VTC is a grey diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 30 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
180,221 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P786 VTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

P786 VTC was last recorded at 180,221 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 2,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,344 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,877 miles
Average per year
5,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,221 miles
  • 2025 – 177,344 miles
  • 2024 – 174,628 miles
  • 2023 – 171,623 miles
  • 2022 – 167,841 miles
  • 2021 – 158,662 miles
  • 2020 – 152,799 miles
  • 2019 – 147,742 miles
  • 2018 – 141,745 miles
  • 2017 – 136,502 miles
  • 2016 – 130,493 miles
  • 2015 – 125,303 miles
  • 2014 – 120,300 miles
  • 2013 – 114,852 miles
  • 2012 – 104,846 miles
  • 2010 – 78,185 miles
  • 2009 – 78,008 miles
  • 2008 – 77,424 miles
  • 2006 – 71,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,221 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mount inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mount inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Both rear wheel arches corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Offside rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Inner And Outer sills corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,221 miles (+2,877)10 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,221 miles
    Test number
    727297952622
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mount inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mount inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass177,344 miles (+2,716)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    177,344 miles
    Test number
    379588327491
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central and rear and slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And Offside front and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And Offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner And Outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,628 miles (+81)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    174,628 miles
    Test number
    463533629832
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above spare wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And Offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner And Outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail174,547 miles (+2,924)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,547 miles
    Test number
    243399272670
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above spare wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And Offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner And Outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,623 miles (+3,782)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    171,623 miles
    Test number
    564222747959
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch/step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass167,841 miles (+547)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,841 miles
    Test number
    917384273790
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material By tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail167,294 miles (+8,632)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,294 miles
    Test number
    723964112180
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Around tank area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass158,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,662 miles
    Test number
    863847379764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills in non perscribed areas

  9. Fail158,662 miles (+5,863)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,662 miles
    Test number
    199248796524
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills in non perscribed areas

  10. Pass152,799 miles (+5,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,799 miles
    Test number
    248602898883
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on outer sills, not considered to be in perscribed areas
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front suspension ball joints

  11. Pass147,742 miles (+5,997)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,742 miles
    Test number
    610170087464
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass141,745 miles (+5,243)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    141,745 miles
    Test number
    172468076869
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass136,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    136,502 miles
    Test number
    441125595466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,502 miles (+6,009)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,502 miles
    Test number
    824820893749
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  15. Pass130,493 miles (+5,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,493 miles
    Test number
    169689854105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass125,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    995473956364
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake pipes

  17. Fail125,303 miles (+5,003)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    611476695384
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake pipes

  18. Pass120,300 miles (+5,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    398485674424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail114,852 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,852 miles
    Test number
    309168063473
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass114,852 miles (+10,006)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,852 miles
    Test number
    977338463260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    639613782281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,846 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    136018672244
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    875913471276
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass78,185 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    134160070200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,008 miles (+584)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    374602319430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,424 miles (+5,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    77,424 miles
    Test number
    430663328050
    • 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)

  27. Pass71,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    71,537 miles
    Test number
    503566626205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail71,537 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,537 miles
    Test number
    661282426221
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about P786 VTC

Does P786 VTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P786 VTC expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P786 VTC?
The MOT on P786 VTC expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P786 VTC done?
P786 VTC was recorded at 180,221 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,400 miles a year.
Has P786 VTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P786 VTC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P786 VTC 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 P786 VTC find?
P786 VTC failed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 10 major defects, 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 16 more.

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