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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T231 NKMMOT history

T231 NKM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 225,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
225,558 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 NKM
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 NKM was last recorded at 225,558 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 3,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2015: 200,103 miles, lower than 202,705 miles on 28 May 2014.

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
221,939 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,619 miles
Average per year
6,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,558 miles
  • 2025 – 221,939 miles
  • 2024 – 221,479 miles
  • 2023 – 221,111 miles
  • 2022 – 220,307 miles
  • 2021 – 218,155 miles
  • 2020 – 216,941 miles
  • 2019 – 215,818 miles
  • 2018 – 212,752 miles
  • 2017 – 209,303 miles
  • 2016 – 204,459 miles
  • 2015 – 200,103 miles
  • 2014 – 202,705 miles
  • 2013 – 201,855 miles
  • 2012 – 192,170 miles
  • 2011 – 170,793 miles
  • 2010 – 150,544 miles
  • 2009 – 133,806 miles
  • 2008 – 124,591 miles
  • 2007 – 112,344 miles
  • 2006 – 97,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,558 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,558 miles (+3,619)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    225,558 miles
    Test number
    858983820665
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass221,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    221,939 miles
    Test number
    110904643998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail221,939 miles (+460)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,939 miles
    Test number
    501652845154
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass221,479 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    221,479 miles
    Test number
    765162092604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass221,111 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    221,111 miles
    Test number
    651399304541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail221,108 miles (+801)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,108 miles
    Test number
    699700876240
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass220,307 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    220,307 miles
    Test number
    820084000677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass218,155 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    218,155 miles
    Test number
    441901119079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail218,155 miles (+1,214)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,155 miles
    Test number
    716402275345
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass216,941 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    216,941 miles
    Test number
    329353505753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail216,939 miles (+1,121)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,939 miles
    Test number
    368750221022
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass215,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    215,818 miles
    Test number
    123806442415
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both ends (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail215,818 miles (+3,066)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,818 miles
    Test number
    895175357862
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both ends (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass212,752 miles (+3,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    212,752 miles
    Test number
    184373563152
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass209,303 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    209,303 miles
    Test number
    782492662150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail209,293 miles (+4,834)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,293 miles
    Test number
    757640953330
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass204,459 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    204,459 miles
    Test number
    156189314437
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail204,449 miles (+4,346)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,449 miles
    Test number
    172597750201
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass200,103 miles (-2,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    200,103 miles
    Test number
    247228745405
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass202,705 miles (+850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    202,705 miles
    Test number
    236648144169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass201,855 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    201,855 miles
    Test number
    338872083460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail201,850 miles (+9,680)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,850 miles
    Test number
    875410883239
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on. Pads appear to be ok

  23. Pass192,170 miles (+81)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    192,170 miles
    Test number
    828595382295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust sysytem slightly corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded

  24. Fail192,089 miles (+21,296)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,089 miles
    Test number
    796833982258
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust sysytem slightly corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded

  25. Pass170,793 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    170,793 miles
    Test number
    985162571226
    • NotePlay in both sides steering rack knuckles (under gaitor).

  26. Fail170,790 miles (+20,246)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,790 miles
    Test number
    388010071273
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in both sides steering rack knuckles (under gaitor).

  27. Pass150,544 miles (+22)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    150,544 miles
    Test number
    680026880215
    • NoteDrivers door mirror has part of the glass missing.
    • NoteFront imbalance 24%. New parts fitted but needs to 'bed in'.
    • NoteN/S inner washer jet not working

  28. Fail150,522 miles (+16,716)2 dangerous5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,522 miles
    Test number
    774971980226
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror has part of the glass missing.
    • NoteN/S inner washer jet not working

  29. Pass133,806 miles (+9,215)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    133,806 miles
    Test number
    552170999151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass124,591 miles (+12,247)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    124,591 miles
    Test number
    353313188173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass112,344 miles (+14,591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    112,344 miles
    Test number
    560396177196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass97,753 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    97,753 miles
    Test number
    134121586180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail97,696 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,696 miles
    Test number
    710990786111
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T231 NKM

Does T231 NKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 NKM is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 NKM?
The MOT on T231 NKM is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 NKM done?
T231 NKM was recorded at 225,558 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 6,366 miles a year.
Has T231 NKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 NKM has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T231 NKM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T231 NKM find?
T231 NKM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; central front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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