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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T174 BUBMOT history

T174 BUB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 182,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2024
Mileage
182,956 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T174 BUB
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T174 BUB was last recorded at 182,956 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 1,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,922 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,034 miles
Average per year
3,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,956 miles
  • 2022 – 181,922 miles
  • 2021 – 181,239 miles
  • 2019 – 180,824 miles
  • 2018 – 179,573 miles
  • 2017 – 176,819 miles
  • 2016 – 174,280 miles
  • 2015 – 168,140 miles
  • 2014 – 163,797 miles
  • 2013 – 160,584 miles
  • 2012 – 156,827 miles
  • 2011 – 151,832 miles
  • 2010 – 145,577 miles
  • 2009 – 143,207 miles
  • 2008 – 138,316 miles
  • 2007 – 135,237 miles
  • 2006 – 132,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,956 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corrosion above the exhaust back box (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,956 miles (+1,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    182,956 miles
    Test number
    970924106813
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corrosion above the exhaust back box (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass181,922 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,922 miles
    Test number
    808801994973
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail181,920 miles (+681)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,920 miles
    Test number
    235273387824
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass181,239 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    181,239 miles
    Test number
    157483703990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass180,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,824 miles
    Test number
    484740392056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail180,824 miles (+1,251)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,824 miles
    Test number
    584253171574
    • DangerousFront Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass179,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    179,573 miles
    Test number
    545199256622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail179,573 miles (+2,754)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,573 miles
    Test number
    769460918026
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass176,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    176,819 miles
    Test number
    227593642413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail176,819 miles (+2,539)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,819 miles
    Test number
    500476676809
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass174,280 miles (+6,140)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    174,280 miles
    Test number
    939703819487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass168,140 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    168,140 miles
    Test number
    166117885113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  13. Fail168,140 miles (+4,343)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,140 miles
    Test number
    698357385123
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  14. Pass163,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    163,797 miles
    Test number
    315392884100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail163,797 miles (+3,213)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,797 miles
    Test number
    888522184145
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass160,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    160,584 miles
    Test number
    537953893105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail160,584 miles (+3,757)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,584 miles
    Test number
    337151593173
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass156,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    156,827 miles
    Test number
    776763192170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail156,827 miles (+4,995)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,827 miles
    Test number
    895548582198
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  20. Pass151,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    151,832 miles
    Test number
    256570861174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail151,832 miles (+6,255)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,832 miles
    Test number
    627437051115
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  22. Fail145,577 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,577 miles
    Test number
    220496340169
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass145,577 miles (+2,370)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    145,577 miles
    Test number
    540076940164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass143,207 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    143,207 miles
    Test number
    530059069115
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Fail143,207 miles (+4,891)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,207 miles
    Test number
    150503569183
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass138,316 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    138,316 miles
    Test number
    294303248443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  27. Fail138,316 miles (+3,079)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,316 miles
    Test number
    304543748185
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass135,237 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    135,237 miles
    Test number
    421693367168
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteDrivers seat belt marked/been trapped in door,ADVISE REPLACE
    • NoteRear brake discs rusting

  29. Fail135,237 miles (+3,215)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,237 miles
    Test number
    962973767185
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteDrivers seat belt marked/been trapped in door,ADVISE REPLACE
    • NoteRear brake discs rusted

  30. Pass132,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    132,022 miles
    Test number
    552706966114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail132,022 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,022 miles
    Test number
    874715766140
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T174 BUB

Does T174 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T174 BUB expired on 26 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T174 BUB?
The MOT on T174 BUB expired on 26 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T174 BUB done?
T174 BUB was recorded at 182,956 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 3,069 miles a year.
Has T174 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T174 BUB has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T174 BUB 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 T174 BUB find?
T174 BUB passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: central rear lower bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached corrosion above the exhaust back box; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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