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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T243 VAXMOT history

T243 VAX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 174,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
174,970 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2024
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T243 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T243 VAX was last recorded at 174,970 miles on 30 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jan 2024: 174,970 miles, lower than 271,686 miles on 11 Feb 2022.

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
271,686 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Average per year
1,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 174,970 miles
  • 2022 – 271,686 miles
  • 2020 – 265,400 miles
  • 2019 – 257,989 miles
  • 2018 – 246,838 miles
  • 2017 – 235,166 miles
  • 2016 – 222,124 miles
  • 2015 – 215,559 miles
  • 2014 – 205,498 miles
  • 2013 – 201,454 miles
  • 2012 – 200,211 miles
  • 2011 – 195,897 miles
  • 2010 – 189,611 miles
  • 2009 – 176,817 miles
  • 2008 – 165,085 miles
  • 2007 – 155,639 miles
  • 2006 – 142,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,970 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both centres and nearside rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle and rear rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear parkbrake effort slightly low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,970 miles (-96,716)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    174,970 miles
    Test number
    603019529056
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both centres and nearside rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle and rear rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass271,686 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    271,686 miles
    Test number
    292029531625
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired temporary repair on lsv (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parkbrake effort slightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake cable/caliper arm sticking
    • AdvisoryCorrosion behind rear bumper

  3. Fail271,669 miles (+6,269)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,669 miles
    Test number
    969752071361
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel low effort (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel low effort (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parkbrake effort slightly low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion behind rear bumper

  4. Pass265,400 miles (+7,411)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    265,400 miles
    Test number
    221429970303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass257,989 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    257,989 miles
    Test number
    736966878521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail257,988 miles (+11,150)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,988 miles
    Test number
    618317700609
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass246,838 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    246,838 miles
    Test number
    359719006048
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail246,836 miles (+11,670)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,836 miles
    Test number
    603350806531
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass235,166 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    235,166 miles
    Test number
    372390220336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail235,164 miles (+13,040)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,164 miles
    Test number
    235010567746
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass222,124 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    222,124 miles
    Test number
    215860567547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail222,123 miles (+6,564)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,123 miles
    Test number
    840651307574
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass215,559 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    215,559 miles
    Test number
    797908925192
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail215,558 miles (+10,060)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,558 miles
    Test number
    389338525118
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass205,498 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    205,498 miles
    Test number
    936352244158
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail205,497 miles (+4,043)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,497 miles
    Test number
    865696424125
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass201,454 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    201,454 miles
    Test number
    136158173142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail201,454 miles (+1,243)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,454 miles
    Test number
    905746073193
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass200,211 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    200,211 miles
    Test number
    968171582119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  20. Fail200,211 miles (+4,314)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,211 miles
    Test number
    197690472195
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass195,897 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    195,897 miles
    Test number
    536805961142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play offside and nearside front steering rack ends

  22. Fail195,897 miles (+6,286)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,897 miles
    Test number
    866985561116
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play offside and nearside front steering rack ends

  23. Pass189,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    189,611 miles
    Test number
    130388560196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail189,611 miles (+12,794)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,611 miles
    Test number
    244286460149
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass176,817 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    176,817 miles
    Test number
    260169269162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill damaged
    • NoteSlight play offside and nearside front steering rack ends

  26. Fail176,817 miles (+11,732)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,817 miles
    Test number
    720926769161
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill damaged
    • NoteSlight play offside and nearside front steering rack ends

  27. Pass165,085 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    165,085 miles
    Test number
    353767478194
    • NoteSlight play both steering rack ends

  28. Fail165,085 miles (+9,446)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,085 miles
    Test number
    364856778176
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight play both steering rack ends

  29. Pass155,639 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    155,639 miles
    Test number
    334272477117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail155,630 miles (+13,034)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    233836567162
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass142,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    142,596 miles
    Test number
    920375096083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail142,596 miles1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,596 miles
    Test number
    193704496409
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills damaged
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

Questions about T243 VAX

Does T243 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T243 VAX expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T243 VAX?
The MOT on T243 VAX expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T243 VAX done?
T243 VAX was recorded at 174,970 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2024, an average of 1,816 miles a year.
Has T243 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T243 VAX has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T243 VAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T243 VAX find?
T243 VAX passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both centres and nearside rear corroded; exhaust mounting defective middle and rear rubbers split, and 3 more.

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