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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T237 UMAMOT history

T237 UMA is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 317,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
317,998 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T237 UMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T237 UMA was last recorded at 317,998 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 2,339 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
315,659 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,339 miles
Average per year
8,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 317,998 miles
  • 2025 – 315,659 miles
  • 2024 – 314,129 miles
  • 2023 – 297,362 miles
  • 2022 – 279,844 miles
  • 2021 – 255,134 miles
  • 2019 – 235,194 miles
  • 2018 – 234,651 miles
  • 2016 – 231,027 miles
  • 2015 – 223,332 miles
  • 2014 – 214,321 miles
  • 2013 – 208,259 miles
  • 2012 – 200,393 miles
  • 2011 – 191,942 miles
  • 2010 – 184,688 miles
  • 2009 – 179,544 miles
  • 2008 – 172,483 miles
  • 2007 – 161,475 miles
  • 2006 – 149,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass317,998 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Slight corrosion to wheel arches

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass317,998 miles (+2,339)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    317,998 miles
    Test number
    467612887056
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass315,659 miles (+1,530)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    315,659 miles
    Test number
    307686717168
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass314,129 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    314,129 miles
    Test number
    732332460950
    • MinorRear Registration 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 above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail314,129 miles (+16,767)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    314,129 miles
    Test number
    579645433574
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration 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 above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass297,362 miles (+17,518)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    297,362 miles
    Test number
    281292678748
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outriger front of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass279,844 miles (+24,710)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    279,844 miles
    Test number
    398876852491
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass255,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    255,134 miles
    Test number
    573675640791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail255,134 miles (+19,940)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,134 miles
    Test number
    417381703770
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both nsf and osf (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure both battery leads insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass235,194 miles (+543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    235,194 miles
    Test number
    507016261862
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o\s\f inner sill
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to wheel arches

  10. Pass234,651 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    234,651 miles
    Test number
    169795706994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n\s\ centre inner sill
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o\s\f wing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from rear joint

  11. Fail234,644 miles (+3,617)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,644 miles
    Test number
    932297639103
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n\s\ centre inner sill
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o\s\f wing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from rear joint

  12. Pass231,027 miles (+7,695)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    231,027 miles
    Test number
    935921208320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass223,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    223,332 miles
    Test number
    314447037937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail223,332 miles (+9,011)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,332 miles
    Test number
    629144152312
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass214,321 miles (+6,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    214,321 miles
    Test number
    625158354252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass208,259 miles (+79)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    208,259 miles
    Test number
    767484133229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail208,180 miles (+7,787)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,180 miles
    Test number
    717014323268
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting weld cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteDamage to nearside lower sliding door hinge slide

  18. Pass200,393 miles (+8,451)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    200,393 miles
    Test number
    637636932216
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp adrift

  19. Pass191,942 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    191,942 miles
    Test number
    278663241265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Fail191,939 miles (+7,251)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,939 miles
    Test number
    188088831230
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass184,688 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    184,688 miles
    Test number
    651631050238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail184,688 miles (+5,144)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,688 miles
    Test number
    721121850221
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass179,544 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    179,544 miles
    Test number
    161755749267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail179,451 miles (+6,968)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,451 miles
    Test number
    240418039252
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass172,483 miles (+11,008)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    172,483 miles
    Test number
    160166348243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass161,475 miles (+11,507)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    161,475 miles
    Test number
    162372757183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass149,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    283143226494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail149,968 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    942552926101
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about T237 UMA

Does T237 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T237 UMA is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T237 UMA?
The MOT on T237 UMA is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T237 UMA done?
T237 UMA was recorded at 317,998 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 8,355 miles a year.
Has T237 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T237 UMA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T237 UMA 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 T237 UMA find?
T237 UMA passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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