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Volkswagen Transporter

Brown · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T161 RTTMOT history

T161 RTT is a brown diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 240,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
240,984 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 RTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 RTT was last recorded at 240,984 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1,675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,309 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,675 miles
Average per year
8,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,984 miles
  • 2025 – 239,309 miles
  • 2024 – 238,117 miles
  • 2023 – 236,043 miles
  • 2022 – 231,739 miles
  • 2021 – 227,550 miles
  • 2020 – 223,462 miles
  • 2019 – 217,485 miles
  • 2017 – 206,326 miles
  • 2016 – 194,043 miles
  • 2015 – 182,905 miles
  • 2014 – 172,348 miles
  • 2013 – 158,382 miles
  • 2012 – 144,437 miles
  • 2011 – 130,037 miles
  • 2010 – 115,769 miles
  • 2009 – 101,666 miles
  • 2008 – 93,793 miles
  • 2007 – 86,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,984 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front "D" bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,984 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    240,984 miles
    Test number
    389478438068
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail240,978 miles (+1,669)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,978 miles
    Test number
    398353930328
    • MajorBoot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass239,309 miles (+1,192)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    239,309 miles
    Test number
    604563145453
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch near rear shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch near rear arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass238,117 miles (+2,074)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    238,117 miles
    Test number
    407036451338
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass236,043 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    236,043 miles
    Test number
    397613163678
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail236,043 miles (+4,304)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,043 miles
    Test number
    295763644105
    • Repaired at testOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass231,739 miles (+6)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    231,739 miles
    Test number
    638295364895
    • MinorCentral Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view passengers front (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive susp arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail231,733 miles (+4,183)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,733 miles
    Test number
    116906110342
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box pipe near mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting susp arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and has slight play (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view passengers front (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive susp arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass227,550 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    227,550 miles
    Test number
    484269195945
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail227,549 miles (+4,087)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,549 miles
    Test number
    679431894218
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass223,462 miles (+5,977)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    223,462 miles
    Test number
    819737991189
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip in drivers sweep (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass217,485 miles (+11,159)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    217,485 miles
    Test number
    175161940558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass206,326 miles (+12,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    206,326 miles
    Test number
    948484576827
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Both (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass194,043 miles (+11,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    194,043 miles
    Test number
    513325661354
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play both front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on inside edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass182,905 miles (+10,557)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    182,905 miles
    Test number
    978862095097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass172,348 miles (+145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    172,348 miles
    Test number
    517314804168
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Fail172,203 miles (+13,821)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,203 miles
    Test number
    888921504117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass158,382 miles (+13,945)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    158,382 miles
    Test number
    577082513107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteWater in o/s/f head lamp

  19. Pass144,437 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,437 miles
    Test number
    205834502432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail144,410 miles (+14,373)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,410 miles
    Test number
    598193602111
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass130,037 miles (+14,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    130,037 miles
    Test number
    397358701151
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass115,769 miles (+14,103)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    115,769 miles
    Test number
    962024200159
    • NotePlay in steering column. slight blows on exhaust. strong advise deep cuts in o/s/f tyre inner wall. oil leak. wipers smearing.

  23. Pass101,666 miles (+7,873)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    101,666 miles
    Test number
    403803619143
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake hose retaining clips in poor condition

  24. Pass93,793 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    204269818420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,333 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    86,333 miles
    Test number
    844498407107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    472216956095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T161 RTT

Does T161 RTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T161 RTT is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T161 RTT?
The MOT on T161 RTT is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T161 RTT done?
T161 RTT was recorded at 240,984 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,185 miles a year.
Has T161 RTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 RTT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T161 RTT 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 T161 RTT find?
T161 RTT passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 9 more.

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