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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T158 JLSMOT history

T158 JLS is a green petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
140,486 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T158 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T158 JLS was last recorded at 140,486 miles on 31 May 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2014: 72,461 miles, lower than 92,458 miles on 24 Apr 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,484 miles · 29 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,486 miles
  • 2023 – 132,170 miles
  • 2022 – 123,358 miles
  • 2021 – 115,219 miles
  • 2019 – 107,106 miles
  • 2018 – 92,701 miles
  • 2017 – 87,092 miles
  • 2015 – 76,133 miles
  • 2014 – 72,461 miles
  • 2012 – 59,616 miles
  • 2011 – 54,334 miles
  • 2010 – 44,191 miles
  • 2009 – 37,807 miles
  • 2008 – 36,583 miles
  • 2007 – 34,681 miles
  • 2006 – 30,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,486 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,486 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    474681741051
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail140,484 miles (+8,314)1 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,484 miles
    Test number
    210319792882
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts at rear (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,170 miles (+4)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,170 miles
    Test number
    160672753470
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,166 miles (+8)4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,166 miles
    Test number
    355505455207
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,158 miles (+8,800)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,158 miles
    Test number
    625252043414
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Junction box to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear arches corroded

  6. Pass123,358 miles (+8,139)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,358 miles
    Test number
    919615582644
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM W / VALVE TO FLEX HOSE. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass115,219 miles (+8,113)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    115,219 miles
    Test number
    718306635638
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass107,106 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    107,106 miles
    Test number
    445087909950
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod inner joints have slight play

  9. Fail107,030 miles (+14,329)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,030 miles
    Test number
    685045619129
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod inner joints have slight play

  10. Pass92,701 miles (+5,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    366186651826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass87,092 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,092 miles
    Test number
    627713688846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail87,089 miles (+10,956)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    945191996173
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass76,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,133 miles
    Test number
    155049965156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,133 miles (+3,672)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,133 miles
    Test number
    897274065112
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  15. Pass72,461 miles (-19,997)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,461 miles
    Test number
    958498614163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,458 miles (+20,004)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,458 miles
    Test number
    798724214169
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Fail72,454 miles (+12,838)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,454 miles
    Test number
    355511394028
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass59,616 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,616 miles
    Test number
    957656402312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,513 miles (+5,179)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,513 miles
    Test number
    107037892296
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass54,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,334 miles
    Test number
    486161111487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,333 miles (+10,142)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    545871911382
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass44,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    691285740127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,191 miles (+6,384)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    883255240155
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass37,807 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,807 miles
    Test number
    143435179454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,583 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,583 miles
    Test number
    953908978004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,581 miles (+1,900)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,581 miles
    Test number
    954037878045
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail34,681 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,681 miles
    Test number
    170722687480
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass34,681 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,681 miles
    Test number
    991642587045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,706 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,706 miles
    Test number
    972722886041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail30,697 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,697 miles
    Test number
    752681186000
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T158 JLS

Does T158 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T158 JLS expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T158 JLS?
The MOT on T158 JLS expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T158 JLS done?
T158 JLS was recorded at 140,486 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024, an average of 6,035 miles a year.
Has T158 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T158 JLS has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T158 JLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T158 JLS find?
T158 JLS passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust mounting defective, and 7 more.

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