Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T187 JDBMOT history

T187 JDB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 159,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,272 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,107 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T187 JDB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T187 JDB
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
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T187 JDB was last recorded at 159,272 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,231 miles · 29 May 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
3,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,272 miles
  • 2025 – 157,794 miles
  • 2024 – 155,277 miles
  • 2022 – 152,892 miles
  • 2021 – 150,217 miles
  • 2020 – 145,595 miles
  • 2019 – 139,801 miles
  • 2018 – 133,934 miles
  • 2017 – 129,293 miles
  • 2016 – 122,353 miles
  • 2015 – 122,016 miles
  • 2014 – 121,426 miles
  • 2013 – 121,245 miles
  • 2012 – 120,764 miles
  • 2011 – 120,525 miles
  • 2010 – 119,452 miles
  • 2009 – 115,724 miles
  • 2008 – 111,874 miles
  • 2007 – 108,851 miles
  • 2006 – 96,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,272 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner and outer sill corroded but not considered a prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,272 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,272 miles
    Test number
    165921367725
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner and outer sill corroded but not considered a prescribed area

  2. Fail159,231 miles (+1,437)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,231 miles
    Test number
    960473813342
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower inner and outer sill corroded but not considered a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner and outer sill corroded but not considered a prescribed area

  3. Pass157,794 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    157,794 miles
    Test number
    394761121765
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail157,794 miles (+2,517)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,794 miles
    Test number
    185759846382
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass155,277 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,277 miles
    Test number
    189469166712
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail155,264 miles (+2,372)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,264 miles
    Test number
    261869617866
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass152,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,892 miles
    Test number
    516922236367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail152,892 miles (+2,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,892 miles
    Test number
    618447212126
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  9. Pass150,217 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    150,217 miles
    Test number
    643819269864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail150,205 miles (+4,610)2 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,205 miles
    Test number
    493058868793
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass145,595 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,595 miles
    Test number
    722459320712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail145,584 miles (+5,783)7 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,584 miles
    Test number
    894582805838
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass139,801 miles (+5,867)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,801 miles
    Test number
    943322111439
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass133,934 miles (+4,641)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,934 miles
    Test number
    431020953054
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass129,293 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,293 miles
    Test number
    701414678657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake inner cables corroded

  16. Fail129,291 miles (+6,938)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,291 miles
    Test number
    651669324727
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake inner cables corroded

  17. Pass122,353 miles (+337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    736035349143
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake inner cables corroded

  18. Pass122,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    122,016 miles
    Test number
    318380915231
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail122,016 miles (+590)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,016 miles
    Test number
    137570515219
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass121,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,426 miles
    Test number
    279900814233
    • 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)

  21. Fail121,426 miles (+181)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,426 miles
    Test number
    539680814251
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  22. Pass121,245 miles (+481)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    121,245 miles
    Test number
    988645903275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass120,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,764 miles
    Test number
    186907402227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail120,764 miles (+239)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,764 miles
    Test number
    608976802286
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass120,525 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    120,525 miles
    Test number
    975977001221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust noisy / vibrating.
    • NoteO/s/f door mirror casing damaged.

  26. Fail120,524 miles (+1,072)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,524 miles
    Test number
    876637701221
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust noisy / vibrating.
    • NoteO/s/f door mirror casing damaged.

  27. Pass119,452 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    119,452 miles
    Test number
    563011510273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail119,451 miles (+3,727)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,451 miles
    Test number
    260670210293
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass115,724 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    750471999139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  30. Fail115,724 miles (+3,850)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    250540699428
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  31. Pass111,874 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    111,874 miles
    Test number
    422814288186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass108,851 miles (+12,230)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    108,851 miles
    Test number
    341324817467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass96,621 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    96,621 miles
    Test number
    220374396071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T187 JDB

Does T187 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T187 JDB is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T187 JDB?
The MOT on T187 JDB is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T187 JDB done?
T187 JDB was recorded at 159,272 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 3,107 miles a year.
Has T187 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T187 JDB has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T187 JDB 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 T187 JDB find?
T187 JDB passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front inner and outer sill corroded but not considered a prescribed area.

Related registrations

Browse all T187 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.