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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T183 DJOMOT history

T183 DJO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 195,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
195,532 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T183 DJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T183 DJO was last recorded at 195,532 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 3,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jul 2019: 81,973 miles, lower than 164,312 miles on 19 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,719 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,813 miles
Average per year
5,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,532 miles
  • 2025 – 191,719 miles
  • 2024 – 188,144 miles
  • 2023 – 184,338 miles
  • 2022 – 180,789 miles
  • 2021 – 176,761 miles
  • 2020 – 172,289 miles
  • 2019 – 168,377 miles
  • 2018 – 164,312 miles
  • 2017 – 158,568 miles
  • 2016 – 152,035 miles
  • 2015 – 146,209 miles
  • 2014 – 141,069 miles
  • 2012 – 134,895 miles
  • 2011 – 126,959 miles
  • 2010 – 119,233 miles
  • 2008 – 106,727 miles
  • 2007 – 99,017 miles
  • 2006 – 88,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,532 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass195,532 miles (+3,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    195,532 miles
    Test number
    918669262580
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass191,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    191,719 miles
    Test number
    641130887028
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail191,717 miles (+3,573)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,717 miles
    Test number
    290541526589
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,144 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    188,144 miles
    Test number
    923077904373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail188,109 miles (+3,771)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,109 miles
    Test number
    726232862763
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass184,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    184,338 miles
    Test number
    756003328934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail184,334 miles (+3,545)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,334 miles
    Test number
    281437591437
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass180,789 miles (+4,028)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    180,789 miles
    Test number
    707269839445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass176,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    176,761 miles
    Test number
    192868978253
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail176,759 miles (+4,470)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,759 miles
    Test number
    202503043812
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass172,289 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    172,289 miles
    Test number
    586610789611
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail172,286 miles (+3,909)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,286 miles
    Test number
    874808157244
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass168,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    168,377 miles
    Test number
    815161589219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,973 miles (-82,339)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,973 miles
    Test number
    842029181483
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  15. Pass164,312 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    164,312 miles
    Test number
    932527902700
    • 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))

  16. Fail164,310 miles (+5,742)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,310 miles
    Test number
    290898299132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  17. Pass158,568 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    158,568 miles
    Test number
    776218107229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,035 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    152,035 miles
    Test number
    995526773371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished/cracking

  19. Fail152,035 miles (+5,826)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,035 miles
    Test number
    645239394515
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished/cracking

  20. Pass146,209 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,209 miles
    Test number
    417207095179
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Fail146,207 miles (+5,138)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,207 miles
    Test number
    539246295124
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass141,069 miles (+1)8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    141,069 miles
    Test number
    318836404445
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery light on dash
    • NoteCentre seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteN/s load door damaged
    • NoteO/s/r light lense cracked and lense has slight condensation

  23. Fail141,068 miles (+5)9 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,068 miles
    Test number
    888947094108
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery light on dash
    • NoteCentre seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteN/s load door damaged
    • NoteO/s/r light lense cracked and lense has slight condensation

  24. Fail141,063 miles (+6,168)1 dangerous11 failures7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,063 miles
    Test number
    235523564012
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteDamage to nearside door
    • NoteOffside rear light lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass134,895 miles (+7,936)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    134,895 miles
    Test number
    767100152199
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake hoses starting to perish
    • NoteRear tyres worn close to limit

  26. Pass126,959 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    126,959 miles
    Test number
    267198631472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail126,958 miles (+7,725)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,958 miles
    Test number
    678437431184
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass119,233 miles (+12,506)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    119,233 miles
    Test number
    292187320451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass106,727 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    106,727 miles
    Test number
    621315398211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail106,726 miles (+7,709)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,726 miles
    Test number
    571654698296
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  31. Pass99,017 miles (+10,688)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    99,017 miles
    Test number
    872421217370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass88,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    88,329 miles
    Test number
    350442166452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail88,327 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,327 miles
    Test number
    721302766264
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T183 DJO

Does T183 DJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T183 DJO is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T183 DJO?
The MOT on T183 DJO is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T183 DJO done?
T183 DJO was recorded at 195,532 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 5,405 miles a year.
Has T183 DJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T183 DJO has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T183 DJO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T183 DJO find?
T183 DJO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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