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Volkswagen Transporter

Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T146 JDBMOT history

T146 JDB is a cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 217,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
217,432 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T146 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T146 JDB was last recorded at 217,432 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 2,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,028 miles · 2 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,404 miles
Average per year
4,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 217,432 miles
  • 2020 – 215,028 miles
  • 2019 – 213,013 miles
  • 2018 – 210,663 miles
  • 2017 – 209,559 miles
  • 2016 – 205,916 miles
  • 2015 – 204,685 miles
  • 2014 – 202,507 miles
  • 2013 – 197,934 miles
  • 2012 – 193,771 miles
  • 2011 – 189,193 miles
  • 2010 – 185,376 miles
  • 2009 – 178,861 miles
  • 2008 – 171,037 miles
  • 2007 – 161,281 miles
  • 2006 – 152,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,432 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,432 miles (+2,404)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    217,432 miles
    Test number
    464695271648
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass215,028 miles (+2,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    215,028 miles
    Test number
    757433020085
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass213,013 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    213,013 miles
    Test number
    864033836380
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail213,010 miles (+2,347)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,010 miles
    Test number
    223295731578
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass210,663 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    210,663 miles
    Test number
    884053838410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both small pipes to front brakes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass209,559 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    209,559 miles
    Test number
    306762819561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail209,557 miles (+3,641)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,557 miles
    Test number
    426539540172
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  8. Pass205,916 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    205,916 miles
    Test number
    503784372618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail205,901 miles (+1,216)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,901 miles
    Test number
    175819611946
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer cill (5.2.6)

  10. Pass204,685 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    204,685 miles
    Test number
    276812815226
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDrivers door lock button drops..
    • NoteInterior rear view mirror adrift

  11. Fail204,685 miles (+2,178)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,685 miles
    Test number
    976882815297
    • Repaired at testHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDrivers door lock button drops..
    • NoteInterior rear view mirror adrift

  12. Pass202,507 miles (+4,573)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    202,507 miles
    Test number
    878031114258
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to outer sills.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass197,934 miles (+4,163)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    197,934 miles
    Test number
    326748313436
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSurface corrosion along sills.under doors both sides

  14. Pass193,771 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    193,771 miles
    Test number
    179870122258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail193,660 miles (+4,467)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,660 miles
    Test number
    538565112219
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass189,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    189,193 miles
    Test number
    928968801294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail189,193 miles (+3,817)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,193 miles
    Test number
    627576701256
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Note1) O/S/R Tyre close to wear limit

  18. Pass185,376 miles (+6,515)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    185,376 miles
    Test number
    782497010291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass178,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    178,861 miles
    Test number
    850222029244
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail178,861 miles (+7,824)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,861 miles
    Test number
    231162029271
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass171,037 miles (+9,756)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    171,037 miles
    Test number
    681780128221
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass161,281 miles (+8,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    161,281 miles
    Test number
    582193317203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass152,425 miles (+121)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    152,425 miles
    Test number
    154726326291
    • NoteLimited assistance on brake servo

  24. Fail152,304 miles1 dangerous7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,304 miles
    Test number
    870370626207
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBrake servo assistance limited

Questions about T146 JDB

Does T146 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T146 JDB expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T146 JDB?
The MOT on T146 JDB expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T146 JDB done?
T146 JDB was recorded at 217,432 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 4,275 miles a year.
Has T146 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T146 JDB has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T146 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 T146 JDB find?
T146 JDB passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; play in steering rack inner joint(s); power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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