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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T116 UCGMOT history

T116 UCG is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 262,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
262,898 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T116 UCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T116 UCG was last recorded at 262,898 miles on 20 May 2026, 2,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,507 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,391 miles
Average per year
8,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,898 miles
  • 2025 – 260,507 miles
  • 2024 – 255,732 miles
  • 2022 – 252,911 miles
  • 2021 – 249,782 miles
  • 2019 – 248,264 miles
  • 2018 – 243,823 miles
  • 2016 – 235,956 miles
  • 2015 – 220,190 miles
  • 2014 – 206,099 miles
  • 2013 – 195,115 miles
  • 2012 – 183,997 miles
  • 2011 – 171,165 miles
  • 2010 – 157,793 miles
  • 2009 – 146,183 miles
  • 2008 – 135,586 miles
  • 2007 – 126,301 miles
  • 2006 – 114,639 miles
  • 2004 – 85,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,898 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting bumper cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch and sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jun 2004, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,898 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    262,898 miles
    Test number
    555816096243
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting bumper cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail262,898 miles (+2,391)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,898 miles
    Test number
    108576653616
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting bumper cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass260,507 miles (+4,775)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    260,507 miles
    Test number
    949510048019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass255,732 miles (+2,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    255,732 miles
    Test number
    788444834516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass252,911 miles (+3,129)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    252,911 miles
    Test number
    747489871645
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass249,782 miles (+1,518)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    249,782 miles
    Test number
    263211258868
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass248,264 miles (+4,441)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    248,264 miles
    Test number
    708187657155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass243,823 miles (+7,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    243,823 miles
    Test number
    768220861509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  9. Pass235,956 miles (+15,766)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    235,956 miles
    Test number
    334441551246
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass220,190 miles (+14,091)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    220,190 miles
    Test number
    912760579745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass206,099 miles (+10,984)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    206,099 miles
    Test number
    979651324345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass195,115 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    195,115 miles
    Test number
    428559033236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail195,107 miles (+11,110)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,107 miles
    Test number
    248174733214
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass183,997 miles (+12,832)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    183,997 miles
    Test number
    135534242256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass171,165 miles (+13,372)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    171,165 miles
    Test number
    507628531197
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass157,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    157,793 miles
    Test number
    233025420137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail157,793 miles (+11,610)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,793 miles
    Test number
    690040820113
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass146,183 miles (+10,597)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    146,183 miles
    Test number
    312677529132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass135,586 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    135,586 miles
    Test number
    934713728198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    126,301 miles
    Test number
    202714327475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail126,299 miles (+11,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    664914227140
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  22. Pass114,639 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    114,639 miles
    Test number
    864621456103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,433 miles (+28,559)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,433 miles
    Test number
    413560456132
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  24. Pass85,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2005
    Odometer
    85,874 miles
    Test number
    901030245101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T116 UCG

Does T116 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T116 UCG is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T116 UCG?
The MOT on T116 UCG is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T116 UCG done?
T116 UCG was recorded at 262,898 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 8,086 miles a year.
Has T116 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T116 UCG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T116 UCG 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 T116 UCG find?
T116 UCG passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 9 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipes; central rear vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting bumper cross member; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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