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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T118 UCGMOT history

T118 UCG is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
160,524 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T118 UCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T118 UCG was last recorded at 160,524 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 7,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2011: 102,559 miles, lower than 111,599 miles on 17 Dec 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,676 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,848 miles
Average per year
3,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,524 miles
  • 2025 – 152,676 miles
  • 2024 – 144,876 miles
  • 2023 – 140,104 miles
  • 2022 – 139,185 miles
  • 2021 – 135,999 miles
  • 2020 – 135,950 miles
  • 2016 – 134,859 miles
  • 2015 – 131,827 miles
  • 2012 – 120,336 miles
  • 2011 – 102,559 miles
  • 2010 – 111,599 miles
  • 2009 – 100,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,524 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bed frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,524 miles (+7,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    160,524 miles
    Test number
    513859877779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,676 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,676 miles
    Test number
    898330629594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass144,876 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    144,876 miles
    Test number
    549367201742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,104 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,104 miles
    Test number
    706072954774
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bed frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail140,023 miles (+838)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,023 miles
    Test number
    744035449594
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bed frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass139,185 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,185 miles
    Test number
    115257498147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,165 miles (+3,166)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,165 miles
    Test number
    872543054989
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged 2 sides (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted 2 sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Pass135,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    994832826634
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  9. Fail135,999 miles (+49)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    796294862845
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  10. Pass135,950 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,950 miles
    Test number
    666731554511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass134,859 miles (+3,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    134,859 miles
    Test number
    376976698630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass131,827 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    131,827 miles
    Test number
    295268125415
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to legal limit and worn inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to legal limit
    • NoteChip swepted area
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteGeneral corrosion of vehicle
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteSlight interaction o/s/r light cluster

  13. Fail131,827 miles (+11,491)2 repaired8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,827 miles
    Test number
    305788725133
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to legal limit and worn inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to legal limit
    • NoteChip swepted area
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteGeneral corrosion of vehicle
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteSlight interaction o/s/r light cluster

  14. Pass120,336 miles (+17,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    120,336 miles
    Test number
    985341042385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,559 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    259776251392
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass102,559 miles (-9,040)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    825456851370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,599 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    970881150366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,569 miles (+10,577)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,569 miles
    Test number
    490470850429
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  19. Pass100,992 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,992 miles
    Test number
    174212559398
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment

Questions about T118 UCG

Does T118 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T118 UCG is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T118 UCG?
The MOT on T118 UCG is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T118 UCG done?
T118 UCG was recorded at 160,524 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,683 miles a year.
Has T118 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T118 UCG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T118 UCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T118 UCG find?
T118 UCG passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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