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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T137 JDBMOT history

T137 JDB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 199,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
199,614 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T137 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T137 JDB was last recorded at 199,614 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 1,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,370 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,244 miles
Average per year
5,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,614 miles
  • 2025 – 198,370 miles
  • 2024 – 197,343 miles
  • 2023 – 196,479 miles
  • 2022 – 187,418 miles
  • 2021 – 170,680 miles
  • 2020 – 159,444 miles
  • 2019 – 155,251 miles
  • 2018 – 147,949 miles
  • 2017 – 135,173 miles
  • 2016 – 132,420 miles
  • 2015 – 131,901 miles
  • 2014 – 129,186 miles
  • 2013 – 126,468 miles
  • 2012 – 122,994 miles
  • 2011 – 122,367 miles
  • 2010 – 121,840 miles
  • 2009 – 121,705 miles
  • 2008 – 120,354 miles
  • 2007 – 116,018 miles
  • 2006 – 98,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,614 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Wiper blade split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,614 miles (+1,244)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    199,614 miles
    Test number
    221326454720
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass198,370 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    198,370 miles
    Test number
    895319973154
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail198,361 miles (+1,018)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,361 miles
    Test number
    473078186798
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass197,343 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    197,343 miles
    Test number
    595592378209
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail197,334 miles (+855)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,334 miles
    Test number
    866693053936
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass196,479 miles (+9,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    196,479 miles
    Test number
    374716755230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass187,418 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    187,418 miles
    Test number
    153253239074
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail187,404 miles (+16,724)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,404 miles
    Test number
    190750623948
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass170,680 miles (+11,236)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    170,680 miles
    Test number
    889664139031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass159,444 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    159,444 miles
    Test number
    229201521796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail159,444 miles (+4,193)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,444 miles
    Test number
    346048962831
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass155,251 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    155,251 miles
    Test number
    337494482318
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak
    • AdvisoryDamage to sill,s N/S Front & O/S Rear
    • AdvisoryHand brake operation slightly impaired by drivers seat

  13. Fail155,248 miles (+7,299)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,248 miles
    Test number
    449716463411
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak
    • AdvisoryDamage to sill,s N/S Front & O/S Rear
    • AdvisoryHand brake operation slightly impaired by drivers seat

  14. Pass147,949 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    147,949 miles
    Test number
    372522535961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail147,945 miles (+12,772)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,945 miles
    Test number
    510461839414
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated fowling drivers seat (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass135,173 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    431558495411
    • AdvisoryFluid around master cylinder and servo, suspect overfill
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever is tight to the drivers seat
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySome damage to nearside front and offside rear body sills

  17. Fail135,173 miles (+2,753)5 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    568369374643
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat Buckle (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFluid around master cylinder and servo, suspect overfill
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever is tight to the drivers seat
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySome damage to nearside front and offside rear body sills

  18. Pass132,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    132,420 miles
    Test number
    887882703571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail132,420 miles (+519)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,420 miles
    Test number
    201298079529
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass131,901 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,901 miles
    Test number
    267442555116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass129,186 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    129,186 miles
    Test number
    265775954130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass126,468 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,468 miles
    Test number
    889146233194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass122,994 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    122,994 miles
    Test number
    536017132121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass122,367 miles (+527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    122,367 miles
    Test number
    785212861167
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass121,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    701807460119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail121,840 miles (+135)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    172415760184
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass121,705 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    124818319256
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside wiper splitting
    • NoteRear registraation plate deteriorating

  28. Fail121,705 miles (+1,351)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    360299809486
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside wiper splitting
    • NoteRear registraation plate deteriorating

  29. Pass120,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    120,354 miles
    Test number
    253530298416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail120,354 miles (+4,336)2 dangerous8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,354 miles
    Test number
    131139488125
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAdvise off side front mirror glass taped up

  31. Pass116,018 miles (+17,609)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    116,018 miles
    Test number
    263858887441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass98,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    98,409 miles
    Test number
    324400246137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail98,409 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,409 miles
    Test number
    140333536109
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T137 JDB

Does T137 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T137 JDB is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T137 JDB?
The MOT on T137 JDB is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T137 JDB done?
T137 JDB was recorded at 199,614 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 5,012 miles a year.
Has T137 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T137 JDB has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T137 JDB 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 T137 JDB find?
T137 JDB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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