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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T156 BFCMOT history

T156 BFC is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
180,524 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T156 BFC
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T156 BFC was last recorded at 180,524 miles on 19 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,520 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,524 miles
  • 2025 – 179,148 miles
  • 2024 – 178,342 miles
  • 2023 – 176,725 miles
  • 2022 – 175,155 miles
  • 2021 – 172,378 miles
  • 2020 – 171,893 miles
  • 2019 – 170,801 miles
  • 2018 – 169,898 miles
  • 2017 – 167,414 miles
  • 2015 – 164,674 miles
  • 2014 – 161,171 miles
  • 2013 – 157,776 miles
  • 2012 – 154,002 miles
  • 2011 – 149,716 miles
  • 2010 – 142,020 miles
  • 2009 – 136,616 miles
  • 2008 – 132,159 miles
  • 2007 – 126,935 miles
  • 2006 – 120,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,524 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive dripping to floor- enviromental hazard (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Corrosion in various places

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Corroison in various places

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside front tyre wearing on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,524 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    180,524 miles
    Test number
    416549869822
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive dripping to floor- enviromental hazard (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,520 miles (+1,372)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,520 miles
    Test number
    785534038751
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive dripping to floor- enviromental hazard (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,148 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    179,148 miles
    Test number
    753353152693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside sill holed and corroded

  4. Fail179,148 miles (+806)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,148 miles
    Test number
    396153902956
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt not functioning as intended all rear unable to check items in covering seats (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside sill holed and corroded

  5. Pass178,342 miles (+1,617)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    178,342 miles
    Test number
    257428062112
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places

  6. Pass176,725 miles (+1,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,725 miles
    Test number
    678249663825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places

  7. Pass175,155 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    175,155 miles
    Test number
    267295822935
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators showing white light
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes coroded
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights dim

  8. Fail175,155 miles (+2,777)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,155 miles
    Test number
    101629482430
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt missing unable to test rear (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators showing white light
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes coroded
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights dim

  9. Pass172,378 miles (+485)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    172,378 miles
    Test number
    184062079944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe corroded

  10. Pass171,893 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    171,893 miles
    Test number
    772744275014
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe starting to corrode

  11. Fail171,892 miles (+1,091)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,892 miles
    Test number
    443771960559
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe starting to corrode

  12. Pass170,801 miles (+903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    170,801 miles
    Test number
    640649293474
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryFront heat shelid insecure

  13. Pass169,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    169,898 miles
    Test number
    766662132081
    • AdvisoryCorroison in various places

  14. Fail169,898 miles (+2,484)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,898 miles
    Test number
    341747255453
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCorroison in various places

  15. Pass167,414 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    167,414 miles
    Test number
    229353543769
    • AdvisoryCorroison in various places
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail167,411 miles (+2,737)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,411 miles
    Test number
    666090481796
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorroison in various places
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass164,674 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    164,674 miles
    Test number
    697616978100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section is heavily corroded and pipe is split slightly (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rusty under rear wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail164,613 miles (+3,442)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,613 miles
    Test number
    982762139094
    • FailureFront Side repeater does not face the side both (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureFront Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned both missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section is heavily corroded and pipe is split slightly (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rusty under rear wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass161,171 miles (+3,395)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    161,171 miles
    Test number
    559550584293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass157,776 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    157,776 miles
    Test number
    436228023220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass154,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    154,002 miles
    Test number
    806965192185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail153,999 miles (+4,283)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,999 miles
    Test number
    136335992106
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass149,716 miles (+7,696)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    149,716 miles
    Test number
    227757981132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass142,020 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    142,020 miles
    Test number
    740336470174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Fail142,019 miles (+5,403)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,019 miles
    Test number
    212409860411
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass136,616 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    136,616 miles
    Test number
    284105679491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass132,159 miles (+5,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    132,159 miles
    Test number
    151032978129
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass126,935 miles (+6,687)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    126,935 miles
    Test number
    382976377190
    • NoteFront number plate becoming dirty

  29. Pass120,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    120,248 miles
    Test number
    181487366161
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T156 BFC

Does T156 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T156 BFC is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T156 BFC?
The MOT on T156 BFC is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T156 BFC done?
T156 BFC was recorded at 180,524 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,025 miles a year.
Has T156 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T156 BFC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T156 BFC 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 T156 BFC find?
T156 BFC passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive dripping to floor- enviromental hazard; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline, and 4 more.

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