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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T139 VAXMOT history

T139 VAX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 164,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
164,349 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T139 VAX
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T139 VAX was last recorded at 164,349 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 1,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,473 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,876 miles
Average per year
1,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,349 miles
  • 2025 – 162,473 miles
  • 2024 – 159,519 miles
  • 2023 – 158,092 miles
  • 2022 – 156,695 miles
  • 2021 – 156,405 miles
  • 2020 – 155,940 miles
  • 2019 – 155,563 miles
  • 2018 – 154,481 miles
  • 2017 – 153,764 miles
  • 2016 – 152,897 miles
  • 2015 – 152,005 miles
  • 2014 – 150,559 miles
  • 2013 – 149,113 miles
  • 2012 – 148,242 miles
  • 2011 – 146,493 miles
  • 2010 – 144,866 miles
  • 2009 – 143,795 miles
  • 2008 – 142,706 miles
  • 2007 – 140,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,349 miles
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Drivers inside door panel and interior handle missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front slight play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,349 miles (+1,876)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,349 miles
    Test number
    364898495545
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass162,473 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,473 miles
    Test number
    752892731897
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers inside door panel and interior handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail162,467 miles (+159)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,467 miles
    Test number
    447755576507
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers inside door panel and interior handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail162,308 miles (+2,789)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,308 miles
    Test number
    384191268192
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass159,519 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    159,519 miles
    Test number
    571280126529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail159,477 miles (+1,385)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,477 miles
    Test number
    578048631149
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass158,092 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    158,092 miles
    Test number
    737850456931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,024 miles (+1,329)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,024 miles
    Test number
    949808875321
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength chassis under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass156,695 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,695 miles
    Test number
    127462011226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack

  10. Pass156,405 miles (+465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,405 miles
    Test number
    397982511832
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome play in steering rack

  11. Pass155,940 miles (+377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    155,940 miles
    Test number
    915965543399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack

  12. Pass155,563 miles (+1,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    155,563 miles
    Test number
    872501271393
    • AdvisoryExhaust
    • AdvisorySlight play in st/rack

  13. Pass154,481 miles (+717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,481 miles
    Test number
    456991204879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySome play in o/s/f steering rack

  14. Pass153,764 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    153,764 miles
    Test number
    136326186048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass152,897 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    152,897 miles
    Test number
    221006726688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass152,005 miles (+1,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    152,005 miles
    Test number
    415231065032
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  17. Pass150,559 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    150,559 miles
    Test number
    316516674069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass149,113 miles (+871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    149,113 miles
    Test number
    627217473001
    • NoteSlight play in st/rack

  19. Pass148,242 miles (+1,749)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    148,242 miles
    Test number
    118656572449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in st/rack

  20. Pass146,493 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    146,493 miles
    Test number
    158910881434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail146,486 miles (+1,620)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,486 miles
    Test number
    679818961056
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass144,866 miles (+1,071)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    144,866 miles
    Test number
    982931590075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  23. Pass143,795 miles (+1,089)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    143,795 miles
    Test number
    534464549088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  24. Pass142,706 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    142,706 miles
    Test number
    362551958040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass140,440 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    140,440 miles
    Test number
    641160267067
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T139 VAX

Does T139 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T139 VAX expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T139 VAX?
The MOT on T139 VAX expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T139 VAX done?
T139 VAX was recorded at 164,349 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 1,223 miles a year.
Has T139 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T139 VAX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T139 VAX 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 T139 VAX find?
T139 VAX failed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside headlamp aim too low; rear seat belt missing, and 3 more.

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