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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T16 MRJMOT history

T16 MRJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 194,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
194,895 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 MRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 MRJ was last recorded at 194,895 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,895 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,895 miles
  • 2025 – 186,868 miles
  • 2024 – 178,607 miles
  • 2023 – 169,268 miles
  • 2022 – 162,492 miles
  • 2021 – 152,293 miles
  • 2020 – 142,728 miles
  • 2019 – 134,729 miles
  • 2018 – 126,338 miles
  • 2017 – 121,541 miles
  • 2016 – 115,512 miles
  • 2015 – 103,433 miles
  • 2014 – 90,716 miles
  • 2013 – 78,750 miles
  • 2012 – 62,886 miles
  • 2011 – 51,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,895 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,895 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    194,895 miles
    Test number
    451322763696
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail194,895 miles (+8,027)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,895 miles
    Test number
    946491773826
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass186,868 miles (+8,261)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    186,868 miles
    Test number
    105591367720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass178,607 miles (+9,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    178,607 miles
    Test number
    174405450934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,268 miles (+6,776)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    169,268 miles
    Test number
    849919223083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass162,492 miles (+10,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    162,492 miles
    Test number
    101179853618
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass152,293 miles (+9,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,293 miles
    Test number
    807049891691
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,728 miles (+7,999)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,728 miles
    Test number
    979057885871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass134,729 miles (+8,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,729 miles
    Test number
    617169600879
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass126,338 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    126,338 miles
    Test number
    531088754067
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail126,338 miles (+4,797)1 failure2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,338 miles
    Test number
    729078684764
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass121,541 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    121,541 miles
    Test number
    639662071749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,512 miles (+12,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,512 miles
    Test number
    888532394343
    • 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)

  14. Pass103,433 miles (+12,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,433 miles
    Test number
    515369405017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass90,716 miles (+11,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,716 miles
    Test number
    817868214009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass78,750 miles (+15,864)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,750 miles
    Test number
    559795513069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,886 miles
    Test number
    765157512072
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail62,886 miles (+11,830)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,886 miles
    Test number
    988877712074
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass51,056 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,056 miles
    Test number
    816910121005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly worn.

  20. Fail51,056 miles1 failure1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,056 miles
    Test number
    679860521024
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly worn.

Questions about T16 MRJ

Does T16 MRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 MRJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 MRJ?
The MOT on T16 MRJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 MRJ done?
T16 MRJ was recorded at 194,895 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 9,454 miles a year.
Has T16 MRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 MRJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 MRJ 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 T16 MRJ find?
T16 MRJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; front windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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