
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc
T287 SMRMOT history
T287 SMR is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 233,016 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 Feb 2026
- Mileage
- 233,016 mi
- At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 32
- 20 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,619 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T287 SMR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,459 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 26 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Mar 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T287 SMR was last recorded at 233,016 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 231,756 miles · 24 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,260 miles
- Average per year
- 6,619 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 233,016 miles
- 2025 – 231,756 miles
- 2024 – 227,474 miles
- 2023 – 220,807 miles
- 2021 – 214,884 miles
- 2020 – 209,300 miles
- 2019 – 204,842 miles
- 2018 – 196,859 miles
- 2017 – 191,690 miles
- 2016 – 184,722 miles
- 2015 – 178,724 miles
- 2014 – 172,398 miles
- 2013 – 164,694 miles
- 2012 – 157,750 miles
- 2011 – 152,271 miles
- 2010 – 146,447 miles
- 2009 – 138,554 miles
- 2008 – 132,778 miles
- 2007 – 123,871 miles
- 2006 – 110,568 miles
- 2005 – 96,440 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flooring both o/s & n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides
Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023
Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / door runner
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
32 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail233,016 miles (+1,260)8 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 233,016 miles
- Test number
- 793303526965
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flooring both o/s & n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass231,756 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 231,756 miles
- Test number
- 330759483109
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / door runner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail231,746 miles (+4,272)3 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 231,746 miles
- Test number
- 755499153468
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / door runner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass227,474 miles (+6,667)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 227,474 miles
- Test number
- 181865133554
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge / approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / side door runner panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge / approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass220,807 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 220,807 miles
- Test number
- 650720846505
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
Fail220,803 miles (+5,919)9 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,803 miles
- Test number
- 485813644975
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
Pass214,884 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 214,884 miles
- Test number
- 218714782068
- MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f inner sill not prescribed area
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisorySlight play n/s/f inner steering tie rod
- AdvisorySlight play o/s/f inner tie rod steering
Fail214,884 miles (+5,584)2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,884 miles
- Test number
- 603016429920
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f inner sill not prescribed area
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisorySlight play n/s/f inner steering tie rod
- AdvisorySlight play o/s/f inner tie rod steering
Pass209,300 miles (+4,458)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 209,300 miles
- Test number
- 339376529153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass204,842 miles (+75)2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 204,842 miles
- Test number
- 250784910967
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides - close to failure criteria (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious non structural parts of body corroded including nearside rear wheel arch area within 30cm of suspension mount
Fail204,767 miles (+7,908)2 major2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 204,767 miles
- Test number
- 371689485685
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides - close to failure criteria (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious non structural parts of body corroded including nearside rear wheel arch area within 30cm of suspension mount
Pass196,859 miles (+76)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 196,859 miles
- Test number
- 500662913563
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion
Fail196,783 miles (+5,093)8 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 196,783 miles
- Test number
- 949819327181
- MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion
Pass191,690 miles (+6,968)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 191,690 miles
- Test number
- 545173320509
- AdvisorySlight play on steering rack,ok at test.
Pass184,722 miles (+5,998)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 184,722 miles
- Test number
- 281428143984
- AdvisoryVery slight/minor play on steering,ok at test not excessive.
Pass178,724 miles (+6,326)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 178,724 miles
- Test number
- 459629799367
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass172,398 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 172,398 miles
- Test number
- 879083594216
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,398 miles (+7,704)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,398 miles
- Test number
- 575953294201
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass164,694 miles (+6,944)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 164,694 miles
- Test number
- 499197493281
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
- NoteOffside rear tyre split in inner wall
- NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
Pass157,750 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 157,750 miles
- Test number
- 827112192201
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail157,750 miles (+5,479)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,750 miles
- Test number
- 156562492220
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNearside front tyre cracking on inner wall
Pass152,271 miles (+5,824)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 152,271 miles
- Test number
- 199174091223
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass146,447 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 146,447 miles
- Test number
- 584322200310
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,447 miles (+7,893)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,447 miles
- Test number
- 350141700380
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass138,554 miles (+5,776)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 138,554 miles
- Test number
- 743918309231
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail132,778 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,778 miles
- Test number
- 434258298133
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNearside reverse lamp damaged
Pass132,778 miles (+8,907)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 132,778 miles
- Test number
- 822278798179
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNearside reverse lamp damaged
Pass123,871 miles (+13,303)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 123,871 miles
- Test number
- 483393997171
- NoteOil leak
- NoteREAR WIPER BLADES NEED RENEWING. †NO.PLATE LAMP BIT DIM. †REVERSE LAMP NOT WORKING.
Pass110,568 miles (+113)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 110,568 miles
- Test number
- 602179006256
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail110,455 miles (+14,015)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,455 miles
- Test number
- 920667106216
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- NoteNsr tyre outer sidewall slightly perished
Fail96,440 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,440 miles
- Test number
- 524861615220
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass96,440 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2006
- Odometer
- 96,440 miles
- Test number
- 991701515208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T287 SMR
- Does T287 SMR currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T287 SMR expired on 23 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T287 SMR?
- The MOT on T287 SMR expired on 23 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T287 SMR done?
- T287 SMR was recorded at 233,016 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,619 miles a year.
- Has T287 SMR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T287 SMR has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on T287 SMR 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 T287 SMR find?
- T287 SMR failed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 8 major defects and 5 advisories: horn not working; nearside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger, and 10 more.
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