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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue and White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T179 ABVMOT history

T179 ABV is a blue and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 182,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
182,312 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 ABV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 ABV was last recorded at 182,312 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 3,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,590 miles · 13 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,722 miles
Average per year
5,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,312 miles
  • 2024 – 178,590 miles
  • 2023 – 174,261 miles
  • 2022 – 167,977 miles
  • 2021 – 159,845 miles
  • 2020 – 153,528 miles
  • 2019 – 150,833 miles
  • 2018 – 143,068 miles
  • 2017 – 135,154 miles
  • 2016 – 123,070 miles
  • 2015 – 108,734 miles
  • 2014 – 102,960 miles
  • 2013 – 99,120 miles
  • 2012 – 94,871 miles
  • 2011 – 91,717 miles
  • 2010 – 89,272 miles
  • 2009 – 87,538 miles
  • 2008 – 84,368 miles
  • 2007 – 80,894 miles
  • 2006 – 76,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,312 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Metal brake pipes slighty corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,312 miles (+3,722)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    182,312 miles
    Test number
    621685386694
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass178,590 miles (+4,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    178,590 miles
    Test number
    302538540459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass174,261 miles (+6,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    174,261 miles
    Test number
    515986450511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass167,977 miles (+8,132)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,977 miles
    Test number
    184975500553
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass159,845 miles (+6,317)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    159,845 miles
    Test number
    655447010789
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass153,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    153,528 miles
    Test number
    908294647056
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail153,528 miles (+2,695)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,528 miles
    Test number
    910524712355
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass150,833 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    150,833 miles
    Test number
    986443169826
    • Advisory(Metal brake pipes front to rear slighty corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel Slight Brake Bind
    • AdvisoryRear Metal brake pipes slighty corroded

  9. Fail150,833 miles (+7,765)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,833 miles
    Test number
    485283623317
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Advisory(Metal brake pipes front to rear slighty corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel Slight Brake Bind
    • AdvisoryRear Metal brake pipes slighty corroded

  10. Pass143,068 miles (+7,914)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,068 miles
    Test number
    954704742808
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member has corrosion
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes front to rear slighty corroded
    • AdvisoryN.S.Front upper inside of wing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO.S.Rear Wheel Slight Brake Bind
    • AdvisoryRear Metal brake pipes slighty corroded

  11. Pass135,154 miles (+12,084)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    674939838173
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes front to Rear slighty corrded
    • AdvisoryN/S/Front upper inside wing has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Metal brake pipes slighty corroded

  12. Pass123,070 miles (+14,336)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    123,070 miles
    Test number
    608132815831
    • AdvisoryFront Cross Member Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryMetal Brake Pipes Front To Rear Slighty Corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/Front Upper Inside Wing Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S/Rear Tyre Cracking ( Inside )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Pipes Slighty Corroded

  13. Pass108,734 miles (+5,774)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,734 miles
    Test number
    858576805154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront cross member has slight corrsion
    • NoteMetal brake pipes front to rear slighty corroded
    • NoteN/S/Front Upper inside wing has slight corrosion
    • NoteRear Brake pipes slighty corroded

  14. Pass102,960 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,960 miles
    Test number
    727739714157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront cross member has slight corrosion
    • NoteNearside side dood slightly damaged but opens and closes
    • NoteOffside mirror glass cracked

  15. Fail102,960 miles (+3,840)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,960 miles
    Test number
    725579614127
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront cross member has slight corrosion
    • NoteNearside side dood slightly damaged but opens and closes
    • NoteOffside mirror glass cracked

  16. Pass99,120 miles (+4,249)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,120 miles
    Test number
    556937913130
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NotePlay in n/s steering rack end

  17. Pass94,871 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    527697742120
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre walls cracking

  18. Fail94,871 miles (+3,154)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    516100042102
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre walls cracking

  19. Pass91,717 miles (+2,445)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    627274431125
    • NoteFront h/brake cable slightly frayed

  20. Pass89,272 miles (+1,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,272 miles
    Test number
    973650730112
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass87,538 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    632559529109
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished outer side wall cords not exposed
    • NoteBoth wiper blades slightly smeering windscreen
    • NotePassenger side mirror glass slightly damaged

  22. Fail87,538 miles (+3,170)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    703438029183
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished outer side wall cords not exposed
    • NoteBoth wiper blades slightly smeering windscreen
    • NotePassenger side mirror glass slightly damaged

  23. Pass84,368 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,368 miles
    Test number
    221303128459
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePassenger and driver side mirror glass slightly damaged

  24. Fail84,368 miles (+3,474)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,368 miles
    Test number
    554762028117
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.
    • NotePassenger and driver side mirror glass slightly damaged

  25. Pass80,894 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    551198037119
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS ON PREVIOUS VT32 NUMBER 330398737124 STILL NEED TO BE RECTIFIED.

  26. Fail80,894 miles (+4,406)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    330398737124
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED TO BE RECTIFIED.
    • NoteDriver and passenger side mirror glass slightly cracked, not seriously effecting rear view

  27. Pass76,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    76,488 miles
    Test number
    641599736152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T179 ABV

Does T179 ABV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T179 ABV is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T179 ABV?
The MOT on T179 ABV is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T179 ABV done?
T179 ABV was recorded at 182,312 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 5,275 miles a year.
Has T179 ABV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 ABV has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T179 ABV 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 T179 ABV find?
T179 ABV passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside front inner wing corroded; nearside inner sill corroded, and 5 more.

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