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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T165 UMAMOT history

T165 UMA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 266,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
266,414 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T165 UMA
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
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T165 UMA was last recorded at 266,414 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,413 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,414 miles
  • 2025 – 265,746 miles
  • 2024 – 262,959 miles
  • 2023 – 255,799 miles
  • 2021 – 242,640 miles
  • 2019 – 233,216 miles
  • 2018 – 229,772 miles
  • 2017 – 222,251 miles
  • 2016 – 218,024 miles
  • 2015 – 217,243 miles
  • 2014 – 214,712 miles
  • 2013 – 211,042 miles
  • 2012 – 200,667 miles
  • 2011 – 195,086 miles
  • 2010 – 186,195 miles
  • 2009 – 181,390 miles
  • 2008 – 169,147 miles
  • 2007 – 148,732 miles
  • 2006 – 131,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,414 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to testRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,414 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    266,414 miles
    Test number
    174592199948
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  2. Fail266,413 miles (+667)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,413 miles
    Test number
    849732635395
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  3. Pass265,746 miles (+201)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    265,746 miles
    Test number
    928602501755
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail265,545 miles (+2,586)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,545 miles
    Test number
    840792210450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass262,959 miles (+7,160)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    262,959 miles
    Test number
    565440500175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass255,799 miles (+13,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    255,799 miles
    Test number
    979068500422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass242,640 miles (+9,424)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    242,640 miles
    Test number
    500320610153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass233,216 miles (+3,444)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    233,216 miles
    Test number
    357001348986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass229,772 miles (+142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    229,772 miles
    Test number
    733545262124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed welds nsf/osr

  10. Fail229,630 miles (+7,379)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,630 miles
    Test number
    864107219989
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass222,251 miles (+4,227)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    222,251 miles
    Test number
    675782205051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass218,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    218,024 miles
    Test number
    581890780615
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s inner rack end

  13. Fail218,024 miles (+781)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,024 miles
    Test number
    929951619092
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer holed (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s inner rack end

  14. Pass217,243 miles (+32)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    217,243 miles
    Test number
    267825608660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  15. Fail217,211 miles (+2,499)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,211 miles
    Test number
    919267925202
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass214,712 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    214,712 miles
    Test number
    465278584133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail214,712 miles (+3,670)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,712 miles
    Test number
    558958684101
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass211,042 miles (+7)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    211,042 miles
    Test number
    538788393169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteWheel arches and outer sills rusting

  19. Fail211,035 miles (+10,368)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,035 miles
    Test number
    215241393453
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteWheel arches and outer sills rusting

  20. Pass200,667 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    200,667 miles
    Test number
    387772992132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside number plate bulb dim but still lighting number
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc rusty on outer face
    • NoteWheel arches and outer sills rusting

  21. Fail200,667 miles (+5,581)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,667 miles
    Test number
    166209572109
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside number plate bulb dim but still lighting number
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc rusty on outer face
    • NoteWheel arches and outer sills rusting

  22. Pass195,086 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    195,086 miles
    Test number
    969183271152
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber perished
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • NoteOffside front flexy hose perishing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play both front top anti roll bars bushes
    • NoteSlight play in steering arms
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all brake discs

  23. Fail195,086 miles (+17)4 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,086 miles
    Test number
    826601571189
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber perished
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • NoteNearside seat belt buckle case missing
    • NoteOffside front flexy hose perishing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play both front top anti roll bars bushes
    • NoteSlight play in steering arms
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all brake discs

  24. Fail195,069 miles (+8,874)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,069 miles
    Test number
    878430611189
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteFront brake discs worn,lipped
    • NoteNearside front seat belt buckle cover missing

  25. Pass186,195 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    186,195 miles
    Test number
    153441890410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail186,194 miles (+4,804)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,194 miles
    Test number
    592684280057
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass181,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    181,390 miles
    Test number
    304295889068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail181,390 miles (+12,243)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,390 miles
    Test number
    240674389065
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  29. Pass169,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    169,147 miles
    Test number
    513249628196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail169,147 miles (+20,415)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,147 miles
    Test number
    690543728154
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass148,732 miles (+16,925)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    148,732 miles
    Test number
    472745417157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass131,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    131,807 miles
    Test number
    214835726141
    • NoteBoth rear tyresz side walls cracked

Questions about T165 UMA

Does T165 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T165 UMA is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T165 UMA?
The MOT on T165 UMA is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T165 UMA done?
T165 UMA was recorded at 266,414 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 6,766 miles a year.
Has T165 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T165 UMA has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T165 UMA 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 T165 UMA find?
T165 UMA passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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