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Volkswagen Transporter

Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T187 JLEMOT history

T187 JLE is a cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 156,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
156,598 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T187 JLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T187 JLE was last recorded at 156,598 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 1,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2008: 98,410 miles, lower than 212,143 miles on 15 May 2007.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
155,505 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,598 miles
  • 2024 – 155,505 miles
  • 2023 – 155,091 miles
  • 2022 – 152,037 miles
  • 2021 – 149,581 miles
  • 2020 – 148,055 miles
  • 2019 – 147,975 miles
  • 2018 – 146,712 miles
  • 2017 – 141,018 miles
  • 2016 – 136,548 miles
  • 2015 – 131,453 miles
  • 2014 – 130,299 miles
  • 2012 – 130,299 miles
  • 2011 – 122,449 miles
  • 2009 – 112,489 miles
  • 2008 – 98,597 miles
  • 2007 – 212,143 miles
  • 2006 – 197,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,598 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front o/s and n/s front inner wing holed/corroded but out of prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,598 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    156,598 miles
    Test number
    468978168207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    155,505 miles
    Test number
    759883723257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail155,505 miles (+31)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,505 miles
    Test number
    531390173040
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp incorrect colour blue lens (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp incorrect colour blue lens (4.1.4 (a))

  4. Fail155,474 miles (+383)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,474 miles
    Test number
    437614915299
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number incomplete (0.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both, wiper mechanism (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Flat
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,091 miles
    Test number
    370421827932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail155,091 miles (+3,054)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,091 miles
    Test number
    126966502900
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass152,037 miles (+2,456)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,037 miles
    Test number
    925203034875
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,581 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    149,581 miles
    Test number
    890480059841
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront o/s and n/s front inner wing holed/corroded but out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted

  9. Fail149,578 miles (+1,523)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,578 miles
    Test number
    287551113618
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront o/s and n/s front inner wing holed/corroded but out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted

  10. Pass148,055 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    148,055 miles
    Test number
    843281172282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,975 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,975 miles
    Test number
    802801370580
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFilm over headlamps

  12. Fail147,939 miles (+1,227)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,939 miles
    Test number
    786649844943
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect Black and silver plates front and rear (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFilm over headlamps

  13. Pass146,712 miles (+5,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    146,712 miles
    Test number
    795987039133
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage PAS pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NS & OS wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass141,018 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    141,018 miles
    Test number
    832846776988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail140,966 miles (+4,418)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,966 miles
    Test number
    626904766684
    • FailureNearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass136,548 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    136,548 miles
    Test number
    406533454125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail136,547 miles (+5,094)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,547 miles
    Test number
    108450888741
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass131,453 miles (+1,154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    131,453 miles
    Test number
    925691235196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  19. Pass130,299 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    130,299 miles
    Test number
    437497124168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteFront heatshield loose.
    • NoteN/s sill corrosion.
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f inner wheel arch corrosion.
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch corrosion.
    • NoteRear back plates corroding

  20. Pass130,299 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    130,299 miles
    Test number
    876928652232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,293 miles (+7,844)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,293 miles
    Test number
    829161052295
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • 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)

  22. Pass122,449 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    122,449 miles
    Test number
    167436761139
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail122,445 miles (+9,956)13 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,445 miles
    Test number
    205607641142
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass112,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    343300339213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,489 miles (+13,892)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    111410839200
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass98,597 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    98,597 miles
    Test number
    584633738278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail98,410 miles (-113,733)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,410 miles
    Test number
    841064618224
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass212,143 miles (+14,150)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    212,143 miles
    Test number
    421115237181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail197,993 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,993 miles
    Test number
    260851136491
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  30. Pass197,993 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    197,993 miles
    Test number
    701471336190
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about T187 JLE

Does T187 JLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T187 JLE is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T187 JLE?
The MOT on T187 JLE is valid until 29 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 JLE done?
T187 JLE was recorded at 156,598 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026.
Has T187 JLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T187 JLE has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T187 JLE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T187 JLE find?
T187 JLE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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