
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T290 LYBMOT history
T290 LYB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 202,237 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 202,237 mi
- At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 20 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 4,563 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T290 LYB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 13 Aug 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T290 LYB was last recorded at 202,237 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 202,213 miles · 6 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 24 miles
- Average per year
- 4,563 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 202,237 miles
- 2025 – 200,310 miles
- 2024 – 197,540 miles
- 2023 – 195,738 miles
- 2022 – 193,300 miles
- 2021 – 191,181 miles
- 2020 – 188,874 miles
- 2019 – 186,590 miles
- 2018 – 182,101 miles
- 2017 – 178,471 miles
- 2016 – 176,666 miles
- 2015 – 174,562 miles
- 2014 – 172,284 miles
- 2013 – 170,389 miles
- 2012 – 163,637 miles
- 2011 – 146,217 miles
- 2010 – 135,728 miles
- 2009 – 129,964 miles
- 2008 – 126,801 miles
- 2007 – 115,187 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill and side panel corroded and holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryExhaust downpipe heat shield insecure
- AdvisoryFront antiroll bar to links bushes wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNear side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOff side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryRadiator mount corroded and holed
- AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded and weak
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.
Front exhaust heat shield is insecure
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Nearside Front inner wing corroded and holed
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026
Play in near side and off side steering rack arms
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit
Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Headlamp aim too low
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010
Full MOT history
33 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,237 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 202,237 miles
- Test number
- 183409278215
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill and side panel corroded and holed
- AdvisoryExhaust downpipe heat shield insecure
- AdvisoryFront antiroll bar to links bushes worn
- AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroded
- AdvisoryNear side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOff side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryRadiator mount corroded and holed
- AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded and weak
Fail202,237 miles (+24)1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,237 miles
- Test number
- 721276668805
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill and side panel corroded and holed
- AdvisoryExhaust downpipe heat shield insecure
- AdvisoryFront antiroll bar to links bushes worn
- AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroded
- AdvisoryNear side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOff side front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryRadiator mount corroded and holed
- AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded and weak
Fail202,213 miles (+1,903)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,213 miles
- Test number
- 892791976792
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged inner wall split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill corroded and holed by suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill corroded and holed by suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill and side panel corroded and holed
- AdvisoryExhaust downpipe heatshield insecure
- AdvisoryFront antiroll bar to links bushes worn
- AdvisoryRadiator mount is corroded and holed
- AdvisoryVehicle is generally corroded and weak
Pass200,310 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 200,310 miles
- Test number
- 369283038660
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp mounted indicator LED is insecure
- AdvisoryNearside side door step/sill is corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside inner sill is corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill is corroded and holed by door
- AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryNear side and off side front inner wings are corroded, holed and weak
- AdvisoryPlay in near side and off side steering rack arms
Fail200,310 miles (+2,770)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,310 miles
- Test number
- 625739111063
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp mounted indicator LED is insecure
- AdvisoryNearside side door step/sill is corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside inner sill is corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill is corroded and holed by door
- AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryNear side and off side front inner wings are corroded, holed and weak
- AdvisoryPlay in near side and off side steering rack arms
Pass197,540 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 197,540 miles
- Test number
- 992530713542
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNearside steering rack arm worn
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside steering rack arm worn
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
Fail197,540 miles (+1,802)1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,540 miles
- Test number
- 342526796147
- MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNearside steering rack arm worn
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded and holed
- AdvisoryOffside steering rack arm worn
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
Pass195,738 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 195,738 miles
- Test number
- 846451894070
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing is corroded and holed at the rear
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing is corroded and holed, front and rear
- AdvisoryOffside Rear buckle is poor at releasing when under pressure
- AdvisoryFog lamp tell tale is dim
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryPlay in near side and off side steering rack arms
- AdvisoryRear brakes not working together
Fail195,738 miles (+2,438)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,738 miles
- Test number
- 133732279926
- DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing is corroded and holed at the rear
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing is corroded and holed, front and rear
- AdvisoryOffside Rear buckle is poor at releasing when under pressure
- AdvisoryFog lamp tell tale is dim
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryPlay in near side and off side steering rack arms
- AdvisoryRear brakes not working together
Pass193,300 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 193,300 miles
- Test number
- 915548550709
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing is blistered and weak
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded and holed, front and rear
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pads incorrectly fitted
- AdvisoryOffside Steering rack arm is worn
- AdvisoryRear Foot brake reading are low
Fail193,300 miles (+2,119)4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,300 miles
- Test number
- 524880760501
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing is blistered and weak
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded and holed, front and rear
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pads incorrectly fitted
- AdvisoryOffside Steering rack arm is worn
- AdvisoryRear Foot brake reading are low
Pass191,181 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 191,181 miles
- Test number
- 908553360405
- AdvisoryNearside wing mounted indicator has 3 leds not working
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryNear side and off side outer sills are corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNear side front inner wing is blistered
- AdvisoryOff side front inner wing is corroded blistered and weak
- AdvisoryOil lamp is flashing
- AdvisoryRear fog tell tale is dim
- AdvisorySlight play in steering column
- AdvisorySteering rack off side arm is worn
Fail191,181 miles (+447)5 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 191,181 miles
- Test number
- 902366672575
- MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside wing mounted indicator has 3 leds not working
- AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield is insecure
- AdvisoryNear side and off side outer sills are corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNear side front inner wing is blistered
- AdvisoryOff side front inner wing is corroded blistered and weak
- AdvisoryOil lamp is flashing
- AdvisoryRear fog tell tale is dim
- AdvisorySlight play in steering column
- AdvisorySteering rack off side arm is worn
Fail190,734 miles (+1,860)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,734 miles
- Test number
- 357611961898
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass188,874 miles (+2,284)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 188,874 miles
- Test number
- 227851485806
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass186,590 miles (+1)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 186,590 miles
- Test number
- 789562300510
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc and pads show signs of overheating
- AdvisoryFog light tell tale dim
- AdvisoryInter cooler pipe chafing on bonnet stay clip
Fail186,589 miles (+52)12 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,589 miles
- Test number
- 603426720033
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- 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) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc and pads show signs of overheating
- AdvisoryFog light tell tale dim
- AdvisoryInter cooler pipe chafing on bonnet stay clip
Fail186,537 miles (+4,436)6 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,537 miles
- Test number
- 223735461719
- MajorFront Position lamp not working Both side led unit (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Pass182,101 miles (+3,630)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 182,101 miles
- Test number
- 256806907331
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass178,471 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 178,471 miles
- Test number
- 541979702556
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill corroded
Pass176,666 miles (+2,104)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 176,666 miles
- Test number
- 236695425679
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
Pass174,562 miles (+2,278)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 174,562 miles
- Test number
- 245052893600
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
Pass172,284 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 172,284 miles
- Test number
- 209719934259
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail172,284 miles (+1,895)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,284 miles
- Test number
- 939849434216
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass170,389 miles (+6,752)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 170,389 miles
- Test number
- 345966923227
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Pass163,637 miles (+17,420)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 163,637 miles
- Test number
- 345827032231
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass146,217 miles (+10,489)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 146,217 miles
- Test number
- 765757811252
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass135,728 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 135,728 miles
- Test number
- 303253020468
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail135,728 miles (+5,764)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,728 miles
- Test number
- 391891520211
- FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass129,964 miles (+3,163)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 129,964 miles
- Test number
- 561735129258
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass126,801 miles (+11,614)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 126,801 miles
- Test number
- 342691038455
- NoteRear foot brake efforts low, dispite new caliper & pads only 57%. On the road managed 73% total effort.
Pass115,187 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 115,187 miles
- Test number
- 222698427220
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail115,187 miles3 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,187 miles
- Test number
- 344276027412
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteGearknob missing
Questions about T290 LYB
- Does T290 LYB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T290 LYB is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T290 LYB?
- The MOT on T290 LYB is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T290 LYB done?
- T290 LYB was recorded at 202,237 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,563 miles a year.
- Has T290 LYB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T290 LYB has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on T290 LYB 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 T290 LYB find?
- T290 LYB passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside outer sill and side panel corroded and holed; exhaust downpipe heat shield insecure, and 6 more.
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