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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T169 BUBMOT history

T169 BUB is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 470,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2023
Mileage
470,000 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
14,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T169 BUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T169 BUB was last recorded at 470,000 miles on 24 Mar 2022, 1,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2015: 40,585 miles, lower than 422,185 miles on 3 Jun 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
468,335 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,665 miles
Average per year
14,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 470,000 miles
  • 2021 – 468,335 miles
  • 2019 – 460,509 miles
  • 2018 – 452,985 miles
  • 2017 – 445,716 miles
  • 2016 – 438,276 miles
  • 2015 – 427,284 miles
  • 2014 – 422,185 miles
  • 2013 – 415,907 miles
  • 2012 – 412,435 miles
  • 2011 – 404,845 miles
  • 2010 – 372,771 miles
  • 2009 – 334,789 miles
  • 2008 – 301,470 miles
  • 2007 – 269,919 miles
  • 2006 – 237,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass470,000 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight damage nearside lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer inner sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • All wheel arches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass470,000 miles (+1,665)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    470,000 miles
    Test number
    725489365106
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight damage nearside lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer inner sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass468,335 miles (+7,826)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    468,335 miles
    Test number
    335974562811
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside inner front step slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass460,509 miles (+7,524)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    460,509 miles
    Test number
    542584424224
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass452,985 miles (+7,269)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    452,985 miles
    Test number
    661448706710
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear arches corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass445,716 miles (+21)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    445,716 miles
    Test number
    540527823871
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight smoke from exhaust emissions

  6. Fail445,695 miles (+7,419)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    445,695 miles
    Test number
    381995806502
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight smoke from exhaust emissions

  7. Pass438,276 miles (+27)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    438,276 miles
    Test number
    960189722332
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs partially corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight smoke from exhaust emissions.

  8. Fail438,249 miles (+10,965)1 dangerous2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    438,249 miles
    Test number
    968788128254
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs partially corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight smoke from exhaust emissions.

  9. Pass427,284 miles (+386,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    427,284 miles
    Test number
    787515455111
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail40,585 miles (-381,600)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,585 miles
    Test number
    517522555126
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass422,185 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    422,185 miles
    Test number
    805654354125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s door handle missing still opening
    • NoteSmoking slightly on acceleration

  12. Fail422,182 miles (+6,275)11 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    422,182 miles
    Test number
    449183454149
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s door handle missing still opening

  13. Pass415,907 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    415,907 miles
    Test number
    168093643194
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail415,904 miles (+3,469)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    415,904 miles
    Test number
    595390843187
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass412,435 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    412,435 miles
    Test number
    878293542105
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail412,435 miles (+7,590)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    412,435 miles
    Test number
    639673342166
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass404,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    404,845 miles
    Test number
    836166621179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail404,845 miles (+32,074)1 dangerous10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    404,845 miles
    Test number
    259989911166
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  19. Pass372,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    372,771 miles
    Test number
    311800840148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail372,771 miles (+37,982)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    372,771 miles
    Test number
    110178130125
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches corroded

  21. Pass334,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    334,789 miles
    Test number
    510184569076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail334,789 miles (+33,319)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    334,789 miles
    Test number
    532132869065
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  23. Pass301,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    301,470 miles
    Test number
    474431158030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail301,470 miles (+31,551)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,470 miles
    Test number
    303071958057
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

  25. Pass269,919 miles (+32,743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    269,919 miles
    Test number
    503254267071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass237,176 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    237,176 miles
    Test number
    741309146010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail236,779 miles2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,779 miles
    Test number
    683046846056
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront and rear pads low
    • NoteSteering has play in offside

Questions about T169 BUB

Does T169 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T169 BUB expired on 23 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T169 BUB?
The MOT on T169 BUB expired on 23 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T169 BUB done?
T169 BUB was recorded at 470,000 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2022, an average of 14,485 miles a year.
Has T169 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T169 BUB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on T169 BUB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T169 BUB find?
T169 BUB passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage nearside lower corner; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer inner sill corrosion, and 2 more.

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