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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T288 BJRMOT history

T288 BJR is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 30 MOT tests, with 170,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
170,564 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
30
15 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 BJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 BJR was last recorded at 170,564 miles on 9 May 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,529 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,564 miles
  • 2025 – 170,529 miles
  • 2020 – 169,503 miles
  • 2019 – 163,254 miles
  • 2018 – 156,860 miles
  • 2017 – 147,229 miles
  • 2016 – 136,798 miles
  • 2015 – 129,189 miles
  • 2014 – 120,131 miles
  • 2013 – 114,758 miles
  • 2012 – 107,257 miles
  • 2011 – 107,199 miles
  • 2008 – 99,453 miles
  • 2007 – 92,021 miles
  • 2006 – 80,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,564 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • 3x wheel caps fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Rear wiper u/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear wiper split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    170,564 miles
    Test number
    382824494844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail170,550 miles (+21)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,550 miles
    Test number
    309960814192
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  3. Fail170,529 miles (+1,026)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,529 miles
    Test number
    370740575532
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded behind front bumper
  4. Pass169,503 miles (+5)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    169,503 miles
    Test number
    825380687805
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection
  5. Fail169,498 miles (+21)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,498 miles
    Test number
    209355793845
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection
  6. Fail169,477 miles (+36)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,477 miles
    Test number
    714739968734
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory3x wheel caps fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement r (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper u/s
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle has serious clutch noise and judder
  7. Fail169,441 miles (+6,187)2 dangerous3 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,441 miles
    Test number
    826397588428
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch very niosey when pressed
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  8. Pass163,254 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    163,254 miles
    Test number
    284982266207
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose but not likely to detatch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryRear bumper loose but not likely to detatch
  9. Fail163,254 miles (+6,394)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,254 miles
    Test number
    767074921472
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose but not likely to detatch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryRear bumper loose but not likely to detatch
  10. Pass156,860 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    156,860 miles
    Test number
    683651236369
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear wiper u/s
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted
  11. Fail156,860 miles (+9,631)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,860 miles
    Test number
    465582882697
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear wiper u/s
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted
  12. Pass147,229 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,229 miles
    Test number
    457877156174
    • Advisory3x wheel caps fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryMost body panels damaged
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Fail147,226 miles (+10,428)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,226 miles
    Test number
    574743460428
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort service (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Advisory3x wheel caps fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired slight movement when brake applied (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryMost body panels damaged
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  14. Pass136,798 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    136,798 miles
    Test number
    429367982400
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  15. Fail136,796 miles (+7,607)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,796 miles
    Test number
    760835334254
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  16. Pass129,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    129,189 miles
    Test number
    103788177767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail129,189 miles (+9,058)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,189 miles
    Test number
    646683994324
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  18. Pass120,131 miles (+276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,131 miles
    Test number
    549920644265
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall starting to perish.
  19. Fail119,855 miles (+5,097)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,855 miles
    Test number
    698481234243
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall starting to perish.
  20. Pass114,758 miles (+3)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,758 miles
    Test number
    526053613207
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Fail114,755 miles (+7,498)8 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,755 miles
    Test number
    597657803277
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass107,257 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,257 miles
    Test number
    878566802248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass107,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    806246241195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail107,199 miles (+7,746)17 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    247760441166
    • DangerousBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • DangerousAdvise rear discs heavily corroded
    • DangerousAdvise tailgate not latched
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  25. Pass99,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    211298798205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,453 miles (+7,432)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    323241798467
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
  27. Pass92,021 miles (+11,757)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    92,021 miles
    Test number
    453422887261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,264 miles (+3,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,264 miles
    Test number
    754434726110
    • NoteO/s & n/s/r outer & inner tread walls deteriorating (cracked)
  29. Fail76,971 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,971 miles
    Test number
    182992316034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Pass76,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    76,971 miles
    Test number
    401982116033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T288 BJR

Does T288 BJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T288 BJR is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T288 BJR?
The MOT on T288 BJR is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T288 BJR done?
T288 BJR was recorded at 170,564 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has T288 BJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 BJR has failed 15 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T288 BJR 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 T288 BJR find?
T288 BJR passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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