Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T196 ASMMOT history

T196 ASM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 210,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2024
Mileage
210,353 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,513 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T196 ASM in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T196 ASM
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
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T196 ASM was last recorded at 210,353 miles on 5 Dec 2024, 3,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,738 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,615 miles
Average per year
7,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 210,353 miles
  • 2023 – 206,738 miles
  • 2022 – 188,710 miles
  • 2021 – 174,574 miles
  • 2020 – 162,629 miles
  • 2019 – 145,786 miles
  • 2018 – 137,866 miles
  • 2017 – 133,468 miles
  • 2016 – 128,999 miles
  • 2015 – 126,448 miles
  • 2014 – 121,728 miles
  • 2013 – 119,936 miles
  • 2012 – 117,274 miles
  • 2011 – 113,829 miles
  • 2010 – 104,812 miles
  • 2009 – 86,572 miles
  • 2008 – 81,033 miles
  • 2007 – 76,350 miles
  • 2006 – 70,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail210,353 miles
  • DangerousFront Crash bar mounts excessively corroded.
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill soft under sliding door frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill completely corroded through. (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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill inner and outer completely corroded through. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Prop shaft badly damaged Sheared off at rear, part of it fully missing. (6.1.7 (e))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Welds on centre box. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoolant overheating light flashing.
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Welds on backbox. (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going from calliper to flexi hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail210,353 miles (+3,615)3 dangerous12 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,353 miles
    Test number
    388212554628
    • DangerousFront Crash bar mounts excessively corroded.
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill soft under sliding door frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill completely corroded through. (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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill inner and outer completely corroded through. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft badly damaged Sheared off at rear, part of it fully missing. (6.1.7 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Welds on centre box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant overheating light flashing.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 On caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Welds on backbox. (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass206,738 miles (+18,028)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    206,738 miles
    Test number
    707294781520
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some brake pipes corroded keep checked. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass188,710 miles (+14,136)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    188,710 miles
    Test number
    371748791799
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 BOTH N/S AND O/S PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH N/S AND O/S CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S AND O/S CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass174,574 miles (+11,945)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    174,574 miles
    Test number
    748105657944
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slide door rear catch. (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Slight corrosion to ferrules both rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Pass162,629 miles (+410)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,629 miles
    Test number
    667307405222
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail162,219 miles (+16,433)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,219 miles
    Test number
    274172614950
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass145,786 miles (+2,009)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,786 miles
    Test number
    862674364990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going from calliper to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 going from calliper to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail143,777 miles (+5,911)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,777 miles
    Test number
    357737153544
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going from calliper to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 going from calliper to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass137,866 miles (+4,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    137,866 miles
    Test number
    392892857036
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass133,468 miles (+4,469)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    133,468 miles
    Test number
    880813504678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,999 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    128,999 miles
    Test number
    144689141442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,448 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,448 miles
    Test number
    118207495067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,728 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    121,728 miles
    Test number
    488145014182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,936 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,936 miles
    Test number
    308996803198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    117,274 miles
    Test number
    205231622197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,274 miles (+3,445)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,274 miles
    Test number
    815331322172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  17. Pass113,829 miles (+9,017)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    113,829 miles
    Test number
    979863701152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,812 miles (+18,240)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,812 miles
    Test number
    924901390089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,572 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,572 miles
    Test number
    361370499019
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  20. Fail86,550 miles (+5,517)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    641609089083
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  21. Pass81,033 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    81,033 miles
    Test number
    441382318110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,889 miles (+4,539)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,889 miles
    Test number
    742867488059
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  23. Pass76,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    76,350 miles
    Test number
    360615317123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail76,350 miles (+5,933)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,350 miles
    Test number
    371464017113
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass70,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,417 miles
    Test number
    714291116169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T196 ASM

Does T196 ASM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T196 ASM expired on 7 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T196 ASM?
The MOT on T196 ASM expired on 7 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T196 ASM done?
T196 ASM was recorded at 210,353 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2024, an average of 7,513 miles a year.
Has T196 ASM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T196 ASM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T196 ASM 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 T196 ASM find?
T196 ASM failed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 18 advisories: front crash bar mounts excessively corroded.; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired, and 31 more.

Browse all T196 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.