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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T248 UMAMOT history

T248 UMA is a grey and orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 249,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
249,702 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T248 UMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T248 UMA was last recorded at 249,702 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 1,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2008: 172,528 miles, lower than 179,522 miles on 21 May 2008.
  • 17 May 2012: 19,342 miles, lower than 193,909 miles on 8 May 2012.

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
248,090 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,612 miles
Average per year
4,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,702 miles
  • 2025 – 248,090 miles
  • 2024 – 244,856 miles
  • 2023 – 244,079 miles
  • 2022 – 241,638 miles
  • 2020 – 237,407 miles
  • 2019 – 216,996 miles
  • 2018 – 201,440 miles
  • 2017 – 198,668 miles
  • 2016 – 196,119 miles
  • 2015 – 195,762 miles
  • 2012 – 19,342 miles
  • 2011 – 191,345 miles
  • 2010 – 187,669 miles
  • 2009 – 183,594 miles
  • 2008 – 172,528 miles
  • 2007 – 173,818 miles
  • 2006 – 166,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,702 miles
  • AdvisoryVech has been undersealed

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass249,702 miles (+1,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    249,702 miles
    Test number
    338961565044
    • AdvisoryVech has been undersealed

  2. Pass248,090 miles (+3,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    248,090 miles
    Test number
    904724181578
    • AdvisoryVech has been undersealed on underside

  3. Pass244,856 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    244,856 miles
    Test number
    823629751373
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis legs and nearside front inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail244,854 miles (+775)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,854 miles
    Test number
    903287310672
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis legs and nearside front inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass244,079 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    244,079 miles
    Test number
    848692801998
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear shock absorbers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail244,079 miles (+2,441)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,079 miles
    Test number
    348419454675
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear shock absorbers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass241,638 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    241,638 miles
    Test number
    357591958174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail241,631 miles (+4,224)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,631 miles
    Test number
    948486890338
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass237,407 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    237,407 miles
    Test number
    373473350159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail237,400 miles (+20,404)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,400 miles
    Test number
    251869451548
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure subframe (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure subframe (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass216,996 miles (+15,556)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    216,996 miles
    Test number
    297327046392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass201,440 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    201,440 miles
    Test number
    567264826257
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail201,440 miles (+2,772)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,440 miles
    Test number
    633835343350
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases bracket broken (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect and back (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSide repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass198,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    198,668 miles
    Test number
    706883405458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail198,668 miles (+2,549)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,668 miles
    Test number
    226715316968
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side lights not working correctly (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureFront Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear near rear flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass196,119 miles (+357)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    196,119 miles
    Test number
    739831477867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass195,762 miles (+176,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    195,762 miles
    Test number
    369065795125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass19,342 miles (-174,567)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,342 miles
    Test number
    988458032188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail193,909 miles (+2,564)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,909 miles
    Test number
    717689822163
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Fail191,345 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,345 miles
    Test number
    299647911448
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass191,345 miles (+3,676)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    191,345 miles
    Test number
    558307611183
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass187,669 miles (+5)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    187,669 miles
    Test number
    100486840168
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorroison to all brake pipes
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  23. Fail187,664 miles (+4,070)1 dangerous12 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,664 miles
    Test number
    243201330169
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust heatshield loose

  24. Pass183,594 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    183,594 miles
    Test number
    860767529134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail183,584 miles (+11,056)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,584 miles
    Test number
    422850329126
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass172,528 miles (-6,994)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    172,528 miles
    Test number
    454274948164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail179,522 miles (+5,704)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,522 miles
    Test number
    140212348180
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront exhaust heatsheild adrift

  28. Pass173,818 miles (+7,205)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    173,818 miles
    Test number
    994669227181
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front inner drive shaft gaitor split

  29. Pass166,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    166,613 miles
    Test number
    221122436193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail166,613 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,613 miles
    Test number
    551790036170
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T248 UMA

Does T248 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T248 UMA is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T248 UMA?
The MOT on T248 UMA is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T248 UMA done?
T248 UMA was recorded at 249,702 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 4,140 miles a year.
Has T248 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T248 UMA has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T248 UMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 23 May 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T248 UMA find?
T248 UMA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: vech has been undersealed.

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