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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T158 BUBMOT history

T158 BUB is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 187,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
187,637 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T158 BUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T158 BUB was last recorded at 187,637 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,633 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,637 miles
  • 2025 – 176,608 miles
  • 2024 – 168,177 miles
  • 2023 – 160,507 miles
  • 2022 – 151,336 miles
  • 2021 – 144,870 miles
  • 2019 – 137,484 miles
  • 2018 – 131,089 miles
  • 2017 – 126,475 miles
  • 2016 – 120,629 miles
  • 2015 – 116,232 miles
  • 2014 – 112,472 miles
  • 2013 – 111,729 miles
  • 2012 – 108,259 miles
  • 2011 – 106,967 miles
  • 2010 – 105,850 miles
  • 2009 – 102,709 miles
  • 2008 – 102,124 miles
  • 2007 – 94,358 miles
  • 2006 – 83,791 miles
  • 2005 – 73,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,637 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,637 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    187,637 miles
    Test number
    703168016354
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail187,633 miles (+11,025)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,633 miles
    Test number
    235735025857
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass176,608 miles (+8,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    176,608 miles
    Test number
    895315868498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass168,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    168,177 miles
    Test number
    682389973935
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail168,177 miles (+7,670)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,177 miles
    Test number
    684346136526
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass160,507 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,507 miles
    Test number
    740640288173
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail160,507 miles (+28)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,507 miles
    Test number
    231600624099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,479 miles (+9,143)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,479 miles
    Test number
    333404256509
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,336 miles (+6,466)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,336 miles
    Test number
    392545551528
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass144,870 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    144,870 miles
    Test number
    536569882930
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust all brake discs

  11. Fail144,861 miles (+7,377)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,861 miles
    Test number
    467954131491
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust all brake discs

  12. Pass137,484 miles (+6,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,484 miles
    Test number
    175343913905
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass131,089 miles (+4,614)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,089 miles
    Test number
    846303240891
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass126,475 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    126,475 miles
    Test number
    339958902907
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail126,475 miles (+5,846)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,475 miles
    Test number
    954693640701
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' plastic flowers dangling from the rear view mirror (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass120,629 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,629 miles
    Test number
    491861003202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,232 miles (+3,760)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,232 miles
    Test number
    995849485164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass112,472 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,472 miles
    Test number
    396738684123
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail112,472 miles (+743)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,472 miles
    Test number
    196398084156
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail111,729 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,729 miles
    Test number
    147782993114
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass111,729 miles (+3,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,729 miles
    Test number
    228712793153
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass108,259 miles (+1,292)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    108,259 miles
    Test number
    626480302216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,967 miles (+1,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    106,967 miles
    Test number
    539434811266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  24. Pass105,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,850 miles
    Test number
    150131730298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,850 miles (+3,141)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,850 miles
    Test number
    310390830214
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testTowbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)

  26. Pass102,709 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    102,709 miles
    Test number
    882827819290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass102,124 miles (+7,766)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    102,124 miles
    Test number
    500171818289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmits blue smoke on idle

  28. Pass94,358 miles (+10,567)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    94,358 miles
    Test number
    893215697198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,791 miles (+9,808)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    83,791 miles
    Test number
    634245206268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass73,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    73,983 miles
    Test number
    901816205244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T158 BUB

Does T158 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T158 BUB is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T158 BUB?
The MOT on T158 BUB is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T158 BUB done?
T158 BUB was recorded at 187,637 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 5,541 miles a year.
Has T158 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T158 BUB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T158 BUB 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 T158 BUB find?
T158 BUB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front coolant leak; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both, and 2 more.

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