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Volkswagen LT

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T286 JLEMOT history

T286 JLE is a red diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 175,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
175,584 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T286 JLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T286 JLE was last recorded at 175,584 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,582 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,584 miles
  • 2025 – 172,580 miles
  • 2024 – 170,338 miles
  • 2023 – 166,838 miles
  • 2022 – 163,417 miles
  • 2020 – 162,982 miles
  • 2019 – 162,519 miles
  • 2018 – 161,919 miles
  • 2017 – 161,177 miles
  • 2016 – 158,124 miles
  • 2015 – 153,618 miles
  • 2014 – 146,741 miles
  • 2013 – 137,550 miles
  • 2012 – 133,656 miles
  • 2011 – 126,785 miles
  • 2010 – 114,991 miles
  • 2008 – 103,767 miles
  • 2007 – 99,382 miles
  • 2006 – 90,104 miles
  • 2005 – 84,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,584 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust tail pipe deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

33 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,584 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    175,584 miles
    Test number
    389979053287
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail175,582 miles (+3,002)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,582 miles
    Test number
    141874341452
    • MajorAll outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,580 miles (+2,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    172,580 miles
    Test number
    474383721580
    • 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))

  4. Pass170,338 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    170,338 miles
    Test number
    866923894142
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail170,337 miles (+3,499)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,337 miles
    Test number
    697511169265
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass166,838 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,838 miles
    Test number
    755478293279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail166,835 miles (+3,418)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,835 miles
    Test number
    965433411565
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  8. Pass163,417 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,417 miles
    Test number
    394622266208
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe in poor condition. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has surface cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has surface cracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail163,417 miles (+435)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,417 miles
    Test number
    598815586744
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe in poor condition. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has surface cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has surface cracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass162,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,982 miles
    Test number
    337545756579
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail162,982 miles (+463)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,982 miles
    Test number
    965080065489
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass162,519 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,519 miles
    Test number
    246419977191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,515 miles (+596)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,515 miles
    Test number
    582905467093
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass161,919 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    161,919 miles
    Test number
    970967414713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail161,918 miles (+741)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,918 miles
    Test number
    847840218992
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass161,177 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    161,177 miles
    Test number
    708133775429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass158,124 miles (+6)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,124 miles
    Test number
    153804778272
    • DangerousEngine oil has bad oil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip rubber worn.
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySection off accelerator pedal broken
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryCooling fan cowling
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber rubber boot deteriorated

  18. Fail158,118 miles (+4,500)1 dangerous3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,118 miles
    Test number
    547002307079
    • DangerousEngine oil has bad oil leak
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySection off accelerator pedal broken
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryCooling fan cowling
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber rubber boot deteriorated

  19. Pass153,618 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    153,618 miles
    Test number
    965993085095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail153,614 miles (+6,873)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,614 miles
    Test number
    199970185003
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass146,741 miles (+9,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    146,741 miles
    Test number
    657706234051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass137,550 miles (+3,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    137,550 miles
    Test number
    195099333464
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass133,656 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    133,656 miles
    Test number
    787677372130
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUpper steering column universal joint has slight play

  24. Fail133,655 miles (+6,870)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,655 miles
    Test number
    908413972153
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass126,785 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    485881261195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail126,773 miles (+11,782)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,773 miles
    Test number
    425459451186
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pivot excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass114,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    114,991 miles
    Test number
    364283140045
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail114,991 miles (+11,224)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,991 miles
    Test number
    801533640024
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass103,767 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    103,767 miles
    Test number
    520155848224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass99,382 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    99,382 miles
    Test number
    901468247250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail99,355 miles (+9,251)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,355 miles
    Test number
    922104147273
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  32. Pass90,104 miles (+5,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    90,104 miles
    Test number
    802210326228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass84,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    84,452 miles
    Test number
    201755615208
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T286 JLE

Does T286 JLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T286 JLE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T286 JLE?
The MOT on T286 JLE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T286 JLE done?
T286 JLE was recorded at 175,584 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has T286 JLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T286 JLE has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T286 JLE 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 T286 JLE find?
T286 JLE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 1 more.

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