Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T257 UMAMOT history
T257 UMA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 231,179 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 25 Jun 2026
- Mileage
- 231,179 mi
- At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 18 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 7,044 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T257 UMA
- 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
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Jun 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T257 UMA was last recorded at 231,179 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 231,179 miles · 23 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 7,044 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 231,179 miles
- 2024 – 227,998 miles
- 2023 – 217,864 miles
- 2022 – 215,668 miles
- 2020 – 215,232 miles
- 2018 – 209,995 miles
- 2017 – 194,880 miles
- 2016 – 181,086 miles
- 2015 – 167,402 miles
- 2014 – 158,853 miles
- 2013 – 141,533 miles
- 2012 – 128,650 miles
- 2011 – 118,487 miles
- 2010 – 109,158 miles
- 2009 – 108,360 miles
- 2008 – 106,306 miles
- 2007 – 101,782 miles
- 2006 – 95,617 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass231,179 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered with mud making inspection difficult.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Brake load sensing valve stiff
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
27 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass231,179 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 231,179 miles
- Test number
- 842853894982
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered with mud making inspection difficult.
Fail231,179 miles (+3,181)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 231,179 miles
- Test number
- 670291429895
- DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to condition of exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn mounted in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn mounted in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered with mud making inspection difficult.
Pass227,998 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 227,998 miles
- Test number
- 837874133213
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail227,998 miles (+10,134)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,998 miles
- Test number
- 235262323187
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass217,864 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 217,864 miles
- Test number
- 527744718285
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
Fail217,863 miles (+2,195)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,863 miles
- Test number
- 961245633331
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
Pass215,668 miles (+8)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 215,668 miles
- Test number
- 766480579457
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail215,660 miles (+428)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,660 miles
- Test number
- 219958396039
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass215,232 miles (+5,237)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 215,232 miles
- Test number
- 662592526382
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass209,995 miles (+75)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 209,995 miles
- Test number
- 844381321369
- AdvisoryFront wipers slight smear
- AdvisoryParking brake cables frayed
Fail209,920 miles (+15,040)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,920 miles
- Test number
- 449722562335
- 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- AdvisoryFront wipers slight smear
- AdvisoryParking brake cables frayed
Pass194,880 miles (+13,794)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 194,880 miles
- Test number
- 540882417577
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass181,086 miles (+13,684)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 181,086 miles
- Test number
- 614669910587
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
Pass167,402 miles (+8,549)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 167,402 miles
- Test number
- 409070365138
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass158,853 miles (+17,320)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 158,853 miles
- Test number
- 997280564196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass141,533 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 141,533 miles
- Test number
- 917380423102
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail141,533 miles (+12,883)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,533 miles
- Test number
- 266910723112
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass128,650 miles (+10,163)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 128,650 miles
- Test number
- 527341522157
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,487 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,487 miles
- Test number
- 138828771487
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass118,487 miles (+9,329)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 118,487 miles
- Test number
- 265948771001
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass109,158 miles (+798)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 109,158 miles
- Test number
- 553287070009
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass108,360 miles (+2,054)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 108,360 miles
- Test number
- 981477289072
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass106,306 miles (+4,524)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 106,306 miles
- Test number
- 723019288019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass101,782 miles (+107)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 101,782 miles
- Test number
- 170866187491
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail101,675 miles (+6,058)7 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,675 miles
- Test number
- 651640787057
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass95,617 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 95,617 miles
- Test number
- 452898786063
- NoteSlight wear in steering rack mountings.
Fail95,617 miles1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,617 miles
- Test number
- 840558686079
- Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- NoteSlight wear in steering rack mountings.
Questions about T257 UMA
- Does T257 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T257 UMA expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T257 UMA?
- The MOT on T257 UMA expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T257 UMA done?
- T257 UMA was recorded at 231,179 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 7,044 miles a year.
- Has T257 UMA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T257 UMA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on T257 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 T257 UMA find?
- T257 UMA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 3 more.
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