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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T263 ATHMOT history

T263 ATH is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 172,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,829 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 ATH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T263 ATH was last recorded at 172,829 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 2,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,226 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,603 miles
Average per year
3,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,829 miles
  • 2025 – 170,226 miles
  • 2024 – 167,892 miles
  • 2023 – 166,465 miles
  • 2021 – 160,335 miles
  • 2020 – 156,822 miles
  • 2019 – 151,848 miles
  • 2018 – 151,084 miles
  • 2017 – 147,310 miles
  • 2016 – 144,199 miles
  • 2015 – 139,479 miles
  • 2014 – 135,135 miles
  • 2013 – 132,975 miles
  • 2012 – 129,941 miles
  • 2011 – 127,463 miles
  • 2009 – 126,126 miles
  • 2008 – 122,350 miles
  • 2007 – 119,478 miles
  • 2006 – 114,661 miles
  • 2005 – 100,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,829 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipes corroded in places

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,829 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    172,829 miles
    Test number
    953317922942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    170,226 miles
    Test number
    997521133277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail170,226 miles (+2,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,226 miles
    Test number
    179287304616
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass167,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    167,892 miles
    Test number
    125281735305
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users on limits (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail167,892 miles (+1,427)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,892 miles
    Test number
    824039451730
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass166,465 miles (+6,130)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    166,465 miles
    Test number
    679999625998
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass160,335 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,335 miles
    Test number
    401925820232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,822 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    156,822 miles
    Test number
    551517062628
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes around lav on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail156,817 miles (+4,969)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,817 miles
    Test number
    338001005765
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes around LAV on rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass151,848 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,848 miles
    Test number
    233905307705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre mis-shaped

  11. Fail151,848 miles (+764)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,848 miles
    Test number
    774114527301
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre mis-shaped

  12. Pass151,084 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    151,084 miles
    Test number
    671535257126
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places

  13. Fail151,084 miles (+3,774)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,084 miles
    Test number
    113552207615
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places

  14. Pass147,310 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,310 miles
    Test number
    472451665208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places

  15. Fail147,308 miles (+3,109)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,308 miles
    Test number
    646887917198
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in places

  16. Pass144,199 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,199 miles
    Test number
    866744454200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail144,199 miles (+4,720)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,199 miles
    Test number
    409773616908
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass139,479 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    139,479 miles
    Test number
    825979015121
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteInjection pump belt cover loose and rubbing on belt

  19. Fail139,479 miles (+4,344)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,479 miles
    Test number
    267810515195
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteInjection pump belt cover loose and rubbing on belt

  20. Pass135,135 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,135 miles
    Test number
    295420724135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre slightly misshapend
    • NoteO/S/R tyre slightly deflated

  21. Fail135,135 miles (+2,160)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,135 miles
    Test number
    468578914192
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre slightly misshapend
    • NoteO/S/R tyre slightly deflated

  22. Pass132,975 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    132,975 miles
    Test number
    427285193043
    • NoteNearside front disc corroded
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded
    • NotePlay in front d bushes

  23. Fail132,975 miles (+3,034)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,975 miles
    Test number
    756334593096
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside front disc corroded
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded
    • NotePlay in front d bushes

  24. Pass129,941 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    129,941 miles
    Test number
    269717082022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass127,463 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    127,463 miles
    Test number
    178842581420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass126,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    982035249309
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail126,126 miles (+3,776)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    943644849391
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass122,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    122,350 miles
    Test number
    451145048422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail122,350 miles (+2,872)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,350 miles
    Test number
    852345348329
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  30. Pass119,478 miles (+4,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    119,478 miles
    Test number
    243781237333
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  31. Pass114,661 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    114,661 miles
    Test number
    344917646314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass114,632 miles (+1,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    114,632 miles
    Test number
    823225446365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Fail113,461 miles (+13,381)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,461 miles
    Test number
    734742516384
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn inside edge

  34. Pass100,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    100,080 miles
    Test number
    362023095471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Fail100,080 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,080 miles
    Test number
    750023395213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T263 ATH

Does T263 ATH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T263 ATH is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T263 ATH?
The MOT on T263 ATH is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T263 ATH done?
T263 ATH was recorded at 172,829 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,575 miles a year.
Has T263 ATH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 ATH has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T263 ATH 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 T263 ATH find?
T263 ATH passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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