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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T173 JLEMOT history

T173 JLE is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
156,995 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 JLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 JLE was last recorded at 156,995 miles on 4 Apr 2023, 4,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,545 miles · 6 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
4,450 miles
Average per year
3,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,995 miles
  • 2022 – 152,545 miles
  • 2021 – 149,606 miles
  • 2020 – 145,417 miles
  • 2019 – 142,192 miles
  • 2018 – 139,263 miles
  • 2017 – 135,869 miles
  • 2016 – 132,133 miles
  • 2015 – 127,943 miles
  • 2014 – 122,867 miles
  • 2013 – 118,681 miles
  • 2012 – 114,525 miles
  • 2011 – 109,267 miles
  • 2010 – 105,648 miles
  • 2009 – 102,880 miles
  • 2008 – 99,778 miles
  • 2007 – 95,894 miles
  • 2006 – 90,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,995 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth sill panel/underbody/suspension parts getting very rusty in places
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear and offside rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front to rear brake pipe rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,995 miles (+4,450)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    156,995 miles
    Test number
    774589722391
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sill panel/underbody/suspension parts getting very rusty in places
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear and offside rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,545 miles (+2,939)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,545 miles
    Test number
    226744128996
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill panels getting rusty in places

  3. Pass149,606 miles (+4,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    149,606 miles
    Test number
    579804457229
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner c.v boot slightly split

  4. Pass145,417 miles (+3,225)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    145,417 miles
    Test number
    329715013760
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe rusty

  5. Pass142,192 miles (+2,929)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    142,192 miles
    Test number
    580861068208
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass139,263 miles (+3,394)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    139,263 miles
    Test number
    196053551702
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass135,869 miles (+3,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    135,869 miles
    Test number
    951656615271
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY RUSTY IN PLACES
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK FROM O/S/F OUTER CV BOOT

  8. Pass132,133 miles (+4,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,133 miles
    Test number
    237551679065
    • Advisory1/ BRAKE PIPES GETTING SLIGHTLY RUSTY IN PLACES
    • Advisory2/ BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO PERRISH ON SIDEWALLS AND NAIL IN N/S/R

  9. Pass127,943 miles (+5,076)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,943 miles
    Test number
    116987345118
    • Note1/ BRAKE PIPES GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES 2/ FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS LIPPED

  10. Pass122,867 miles (+4,186)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    122,867 miles
    Test number
    455384834145
    • Note1/ BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO PERRISH ON SIDEWALL 2/ REAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

  11. Pass118,681 miles (+4,156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    118,681 miles
    Test number
    599621943176
    • Note1/ SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES 2/ ENGINE OIL LEAKS

  12. Pass114,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    114,525 miles
    Test number
    456624042173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,525 miles (+5,258)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,525 miles
    Test number
    717884742174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass109,267 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    109,267 miles
    Test number
    207670741488
    • Note1/ FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS LIPPED

  15. Fail109,263 miles (+3,615)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,263 miles
    Test number
    525459531184
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Note1/ FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS LIPPED

  16. Pass105,648 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    105,648 miles
    Test number
    904199030180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,880 miles (+3,102)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    102,880 miles
    Test number
    884248949109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,778 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    99,778 miles
    Test number
    311566438067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,894 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    95,894 miles
    Test number
    150697637488
    • NoteExhaust corrod3ed
    • NoteLower engine tray fitted

  20. Fail95,894 miles (+5,116)3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,894 miles
    Test number
    931217737073
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust corrod3ed
    • NoteLower engine tray fitted

  21. Fail90,778 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    334454046025
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBall joint lift
    • NoteLeft front tyre sidewall damaged

  22. Pass90,778 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    731284846050
    • NoteBall joint lift
    • NoteLeft front tyre sidewall damaged

Questions about T173 JLE

Does T173 JLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T173 JLE expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T173 JLE?
The MOT on T173 JLE expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T173 JLE done?
T173 JLE was recorded at 156,995 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2023, an average of 3,864 miles a year.
Has T173 JLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 JLE has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2012.
Has the mileage on T173 JLE 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 T173 JLE find?
T173 JLE passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; both sill panel/underbody/suspension parts getting very rusty in places, and 5 more.

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