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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T168 RTTMOT history

T168 RTT is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 301,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2026
Mileage
301,732 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T168 RTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T168 RTT was last recorded at 301,732 miles on 22 Mar 2025, 15,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
286,467 miles · 16 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
15,265 miles
Average per year
7,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 301,732 miles
  • 2024 – 286,467 miles
  • 2021 – 281,137 miles
  • 2020 – 267,268 miles
  • 2019 – 248,520 miles
  • 2018 – 230,118 miles
  • 2014 – 225,800 miles
  • 2013 – 215,089 miles
  • 2012 – 204,147 miles
  • 2011 – 192,743 miles
  • 2010 – 181,794 miles
  • 2009 – 169,673 miles
  • 2008 – 161,363 miles
  • 2006 – 156,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass301,732 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass301,732 miles (+15,265)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    301,732 miles
    Test number
    463965971907
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosion

  2. Pass286,467 miles (+5,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    286,467 miles
    Test number
    175542584164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosion

  3. Pass281,137 miles (+13,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    281,137 miles
    Test number
    916650801398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass267,268 miles (+18,748)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    267,268 miles
    Test number
    768084717789
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe damaged slightly
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror held with tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper carrier holed and corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass248,520 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    248,520 miles
    Test number
    396568265909
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support holed and corroded

  6. Fail248,517 miles (+18,399)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,517 miles
    Test number
    678134321207
    • MajorFront Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Excess play in ns steering rack and slight in os (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 CV boot leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support holed and corroded

  7. Pass230,118 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    230,118 miles
    Test number
    749244677392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass225,800 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    225,800 miles
    Test number
    199934684478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail225,795 miles (+10,706)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,795 miles
    Test number
    699843784051
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass215,089 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    215,089 miles
    Test number
    145123093055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Fail215,082 miles (+10,935)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,082 miles
    Test number
    129177983094
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass204,147 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    204,147 miles
    Test number
    785390592013
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seat fitted with child seats at time of test.

  13. Fail204,147 miles (+11,404)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,147 miles
    Test number
    518510292078
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteRear seat fitted with child seats at time of test.

  14. Pass192,743 miles (+402)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    192,743 miles
    Test number
    169218861088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOff side front wheel arch rusty
    • NoteSide door stiff to open and shut
    • NoteSlight play off side and near side steering rack drumstick joints

  15. Fail192,341 miles (+10,547)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,341 miles
    Test number
    107691161071
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOff side front wheel arch rusty
    • NoteSide door stiff to open and shut
    • NoteSlight play off side and near side steering rack drumstick joints

  16. Pass181,794 miles (+172)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    181,794 miles
    Test number
    120942560016
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm
    • NoteTyre size 225/50r17

  17. Fail181,622 miles (+11,949)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,622 miles
    Test number
    640335450060
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm
    • NoteTyre size 225/50r17

  18. Pass169,673 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    169,673 miles
    Test number
    661328759012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail169,198 miles (+7,835)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,198 miles
    Test number
    122893339097
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  20. Pass161,363 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    161,363 miles
    Test number
    922833058002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail161,348 miles (+4,998)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,348 miles
    Test number
    632122958033
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteTape on o/s/r lamp!

  22. Pass156,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    156,350 miles
    Test number
    461415056240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T168 RTT

Does T168 RTT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T168 RTT expired on 21 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T168 RTT?
The MOT on T168 RTT expired on 21 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T168 RTT done?
T168 RTT was recorded at 301,732 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2025, an average of 7,848 miles a year.
Has T168 RTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T168 RTT has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T168 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 T168 RTT find?
T168 RTT passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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