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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T178 AVJMOT history

T178 AVJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 166,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2023
Mileage
166,569 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T178 AVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2023
Latest MOT test
10 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T178 AVJ was last recorded at 166,569 miles on 10 May 2023, 2,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,734 miles · 5 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,835 miles
Average per year
5,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,569 miles
  • 2022 – 163,734 miles
  • 2021 – 163,720 miles
  • 2020 – 155,879 miles
  • 2019 – 148,046 miles
  • 2018 – 141,416 miles
  • 2017 – 138,433 miles
  • 2016 – 130,905 miles
  • 2015 – 125,503 miles
  • 2014 – 119,805 miles
  • 2013 – 113,651 miles
  • 2012 – 106,742 miles
  • 2011 – 100,322 miles
  • 2010 – 96,358 miles
  • 2009 – 94,877 miles
  • 2008 – 90,518 miles
  • 2007 – 85,885 miles
  • 2006 – 81,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,569 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryHandbrake rod underneath insecure
  • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,569 miles (+2,835)2 dangerous7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,569 miles
    Test number
    399088790533
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryHandbrake rod underneath insecure
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure

  2. Pass163,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    163,734 miles
    Test number
    977189974511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail163,734 miles (+14)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,734 miles
    Test number
    676672637653
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail163,720 miles (+7,841)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,720 miles
    Test number
    982217523580
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,879 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,879 miles
    Test number
    582455498721
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail155,879 miles (+7,833)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,879 miles
    Test number
    772574125949
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass148,046 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,046 miles
    Test number
    986219542329
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail148,036 miles (+6,620)11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,036 miles
    Test number
    713527670563
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass141,416 miles (+2,983)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    141,416 miles
    Test number
    747816754911
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass138,433 miles (+7,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    138,433 miles
    Test number
    448387208271
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  11. Pass130,905 miles (+5,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,905 miles
    Test number
    840166780640
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished in tread

  12. Pass125,503 miles (+5,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    125,503 miles
    Test number
    774527702706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass119,805 miles (+6,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    119,805 miles
    Test number
    297386654246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass113,651 miles (+6,909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,651 miles
    Test number
    489910953260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass106,742 miles (+6,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    106,742 miles
    Test number
    787922852266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass100,322 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    100,322 miles
    Test number
    388234571227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,358 miles (+1,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,358 miles
    Test number
    363751570485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass94,877 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,877 miles
    Test number
    814129969212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,518 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,518 miles
    Test number
    412541678219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,885 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    85,885 miles
    Test number
    320457877470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    81,437 miles
    Test number
    101380286298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T178 AVJ

Does T178 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T178 AVJ expired on 4 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T178 AVJ?
The MOT on T178 AVJ expired on 4 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T178 AVJ done?
T178 AVJ was recorded at 166,569 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2023, an average of 5,132 miles a year.
Has T178 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T178 AVJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T178 AVJ 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 T178 AVJ find?
T178 AVJ failed its latest MOT on 10 May 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch, and 14 more.

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