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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T198 JDBMOT history

T198 JDB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 203,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
203,568 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T198 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T198 JDB was last recorded at 203,568 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,567 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,568 miles
  • 2024 – 203,410 miles
  • 2023 – 202,345 miles
  • 2019 – 195,801 miles
  • 2018 – 191,132 miles
  • 2017 – 181,456 miles
  • 2016 – 171,583 miles
  • 2015 – 168,544 miles
  • 2014 – 157,072 miles
  • 2013 – 148,532 miles
  • 2012 – 140,849 miles
  • 2011 – 135,766 miles
  • 2008 – 130,686 miles
  • 2007 – 120,628 miles
  • 2006 – 112,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,568 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal appears to have been repaired with body filler (wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension mounting prescribed area (wheel arch) appears to have had body filler applied

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,568 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    203,568 miles
    Test number
    142618244435
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal appears to have been repaired with body filler (wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail203,567 miles (+157)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,567 miles
    Test number
    405972244715
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll round tyre load rating do not meet axle max load
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension mounting prescribed area (wheel arch) appears to have had body filler applied

  3. Pass203,410 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    203,410 miles
    Test number
    398706375646
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front & centre but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension mounting prescribed area (wheel arch) appears to have had body filler applied
    • AdvisoryAll tyre load ratings do not meet axle maximum load

  4. Fail203,410 miles (+1,065)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,410 miles
    Test number
    337345823198
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front & centre but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension mounting prescribed area (wheel arch) appears to have had body filler applied
    • AdvisoryAll tyre load ratings do not meet axle maximum load

  5. Pass202,345 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    202,345 miles
    Test number
    837574929790
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail202,336 miles (+6,535)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,336 miles
    Test number
    355621634070
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass195,801 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    195,801 miles
    Test number
    299619933249
    • Advisory"Stretched "tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main D - Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  8. Fail195,762 miles (+4,630)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,762 miles
    Test number
    652177868819
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play SHANK / PIN LOOSE IN HUB - [wrong track rod end or hole worn??] (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure MAIN LOCATION BOLT MISSING. (6.1.5 (a))
    • Advisory"Stretched "tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main D - Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  9. Pass191,132 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    191,132 miles
    Test number
    266742603123
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash
    • AdvisoryStretched tyres on rims

  10. Fail191,131 miles (+9,675)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,131 miles
    Test number
    833253840659
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sound deadening material insecure heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash
    • AdvisoryStretched tyres on rims

  11. Pass181,456 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    181,456 miles
    Test number
    654155337452
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail181,455 miles (+9,872)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,455 miles
    Test number
    978195471296
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass171,583 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    171,583 miles
    Test number
    631564121065
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Fail171,571 miles (+3,027)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,571 miles
    Test number
    617588677184
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear X2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass168,544 miles (+3)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    168,544 miles
    Test number
    548425855123
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail168,541 miles (+11,469)3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,541 miles
    Test number
    949114555142
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside 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 position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass157,072 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    157,072 miles
    Test number
    677092444142
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing unevenly

  18. Fail157,069 miles (+8,537)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,069 miles
    Test number
    667072444130
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing unevenly

  19. Pass148,532 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    148,532 miles
    Test number
    898387853159
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth windscreen wiper blades are split

  20. Fail148,528 miles (+7,679)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,528 miles
    Test number
    278987553178
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth windscreen wiper blades are split

  21. Pass140,849 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    140,849 miles
    Test number
    849451852169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail140,845 miles (+5,079)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,845 miles
    Test number
    977941552106
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass135,766 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    135,766 miles
    Test number
    918700261190
    • NoteN/s mirror missing

  24. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    141305350002
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft cv boot split

  25. FailMileage not read2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    153515050472
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft cv boot split

  26. Pass130,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    130,686 miles
    Test number
    431065908426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail130,686 miles (+10,058)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,686 miles
    Test number
    680825008399
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass120,628 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    120,628 miles
    Test number
    113333867227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail120,624 miles (+8,018)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,624 miles
    Test number
    551382167220
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass112,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    112,606 miles
    Test number
    192050006159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail112,605 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,605 miles
    Test number
    191300906115
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T198 JDB

Does T198 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T198 JDB is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T198 JDB?
The MOT on T198 JDB is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T198 JDB done?
T198 JDB was recorded at 203,568 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 4,509 miles a year.
Has T198 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T198 JDB has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T198 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 T198 JDB find?
T198 JDB passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal appears to have been repaired with body filler (wheel arch).

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