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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T148 RVKMOT history

T148 RVK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 219,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
219,921 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T148 RVK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T148 RVK was last recorded at 219,921 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 7,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,247 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,674 miles
Average per year
6,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,921 miles
  • 2025 – 212,247 miles
  • 2024 – 210,765 miles
  • 2023 – 202,260 miles
  • 2022 – 185,598 miles
  • 2021 – 173,616 miles
  • 2020 – 167,148 miles
  • 2019 – 160,939 miles
  • 2018 – 155,530 miles
  • 2017 – 153,491 miles
  • 2016 – 150,022 miles
  • 2015 – 146,437 miles
  • 2014 – 139,283 miles
  • 2013 – 129,493 miles
  • 2012 – 125,895 miles
  • 2011 – 124,144 miles
  • 2010 – 121,178 miles
  • 2009 – 114,469 miles
  • 2008 – 107,653 miles
  • 2007 – 100,095 miles
  • 2006 – 90,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,921 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • 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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,921 miles (+7,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    219,921 miles
    Test number
    621315812773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass212,247 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    212,247 miles
    Test number
    558760643624
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion on underside
  3. Fail212,247 miles (+1,482)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,247 miles
    Test number
    426133183146
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion on underside
  4. Pass210,765 miles (+8,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    210,765 miles
    Test number
    987393895078
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass202,260 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    202,260 miles
    Test number
    543792757252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail202,257 miles (+16,659)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,257 miles
    Test number
    258493264092
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wire showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass185,598 miles (+11,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    185,598 miles
    Test number
    781630796344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  8. Pass173,616 miles (+6,468)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    173,616 miles
    Test number
    442288739834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass167,148 miles (+68)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,148 miles
    Test number
    679033672692
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail167,080 miles (+6,141)3 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,080 miles
    Test number
    636494307888
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass160,939 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,939 miles
    Test number
    310729118518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  12. Fail160,938 miles (+5,408)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,938 miles
    Test number
    707936527297
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  13. Pass155,530 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    155,530 miles
    Test number
    385443858378
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracked
  14. Fail155,528 miles (+2,037)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,528 miles
    Test number
    980468808779
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracked
  15. Pass153,491 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    153,491 miles
    Test number
    976611533557
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly deteriorated on inner edges
  16. Fail153,491 miles (+3,469)3 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,491 miles
    Test number
    800078472767
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking front to rear next to fuel tank from corrosion (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly deteriorated on inner edges
  17. Pass150,022 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    150,022 miles
    Test number
    299206472018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,437 miles (+7,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    146,437 miles
    Test number
    493305683502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  19. Pass139,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    139,283 miles
    Test number
    648812834206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail139,280 miles (+9,787)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,280 miles
    Test number
    785372134251
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
  21. Fail129,493 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,493 miles
    Test number
    108700173173
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise rear handbrake cables showing signs of slight corrosion(freying)
    • NoteAdvise various brake pipes showing signs of slight corrosion
  22. Pass129,493 miles (+3,598)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    129,493 miles
    Test number
    455230273148
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise rear handbrake cables showing signs of slight corrosion(freying)
    • NoteAdvise various brake pipes showing signs of slight corrosion
  23. Pass125,895 miles (+1,751)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    466456082188
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  24. Pass124,144 miles (+2,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    777507381115
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
  25. Pass121,178 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    121,178 miles
    Test number
    772187320159
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Fail121,178 miles (+6,709)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,178 miles
    Test number
    784924420127
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Pass114,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    114,469 miles
    Test number
    961559319198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail114,469 miles (+6,816)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,469 miles
    Test number
    881249519113
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  29. Pass107,653 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    107,653 miles
    Test number
    793253228180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail107,136 miles (+7,041)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,136 miles
    Test number
    263105908134
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  31. Pass100,095 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    100,095 miles
    Test number
    831636907184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail100,068 miles (+9,130)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,068 miles
    Test number
    814152907159
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  33. Fail90,938 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,938 miles
    Test number
    240351186055
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  34. Pass90,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    90,938 miles
    Test number
    911471386037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T148 RVK

Does T148 RVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T148 RVK is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T148 RVK?
The MOT on T148 RVK is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T148 RVK done?
T148 RVK was recorded at 219,921 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 6,296 miles a year.
Has T148 RVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T148 RVK has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T148 RVK 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 T148 RVK find?
T148 RVK passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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