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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T290 SMRMOT history

T290 SMR is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 166,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
166,353 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 SMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T290 SMR was last recorded at 166,353 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,353 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,353 miles
  • 2025 – 163,705 miles
  • 2024 – 158,028 miles
  • 2023 – 153,695 miles
  • 2022 – 149,539 miles
  • 2021 – 142,695 miles
  • 2020 – 130,515 miles
  • 2019 – 125,361 miles
  • 2018 – 120,902 miles
  • 2017 – 117,232 miles
  • 2016 – 113,711 miles
  • 2015 – 110,043 miles
  • 2014 – 105,856 miles
  • 2013 – 101,332 miles
  • 2012 – 98,244 miles
  • 2011 – 95,286 miles
  • 2010 – 91,693 miles
  • 2009 – 78,374 miles
  • 2008 – 67,003 miles
  • 2007 – 56,388 miles
  • 2006 – 51,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,353 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside heavily corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,353 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    166,353 miles
    Test number
    520433474464
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily corroded

  2. Fail166,353 miles (+2,648)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,353 miles
    Test number
    947302016163
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill/door step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily corroded

  3. Pass163,705 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    163,705 miles
    Test number
    179008425370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily corroded

  4. Fail163,705 miles (+5,677)10 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,705 miles
    Test number
    233164451537
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill\door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily corroded

  5. Pass158,028 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    158,028 miles
    Test number
    735058758426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail158,028 miles (+4,333)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,028 miles
    Test number
    751385907371
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass153,695 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,695 miles
    Test number
    780848103605
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail153,695 miles (+4,156)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,695 miles
    Test number
    177497305337
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust broken (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill/side door runner (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    149,539 miles
    Test number
    828082278391
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill/door runner corroded

  10. Fail149,537 miles (+6,842)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,537 miles
    Test number
    332533454000
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill/door runner corroded

  11. Pass142,695 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    416660628117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail142,692 miles (+12,177)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,692 miles
    Test number
    416333112912
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area*2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass130,515 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,515 miles
    Test number
    281427764940
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 inner discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail130,511 miles (+5,150)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,511 miles
    Test number
    889963501799
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 inner discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass125,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    125,361 miles
    Test number
    344089251392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,360 miles (+4,458)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    922974458570
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  17. Pass120,902 miles (+3,670)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,902 miles
    Test number
    122440947616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,232 miles (+3,521)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    117,232 miles
    Test number
    454483003083
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and tail box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass113,711 miles (+3,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,711 miles
    Test number
    188610056850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)

  20. Pass110,043 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,043 miles
    Test number
    195045995108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail110,040 miles (+4,184)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,040 miles
    Test number
    638674895127
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

  22. Pass105,856 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,856 miles
    Test number
    249506804226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail105,808 miles (+4,476)2 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,808 miles
    Test number
    299253604244
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass101,332 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,332 miles
    Test number
    665450203283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail101,309 miles (+3,065)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,309 miles
    Test number
    546856293198
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass98,244 miles (+2,958)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,244 miles
    Test number
    597508592158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,286 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    199616911218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail91,693 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,693 miles
    Test number
    274882920246
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass91,693 miles (+13,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,693 miles
    Test number
    393612020499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass78,374 miles (+11,371)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,374 miles
    Test number
    514426349172
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side wall perrishing
    • NoteN/s & o/s front top ball joints slight play

  31. Fail67,003 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,003 miles
    Test number
    270765458422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn close to 1.6mm limit

  32. Pass67,003 miles (+10,615)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,003 miles
    Test number
    452515958130
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn close to 1.6mm limit

  33. Pass56,388 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,388 miles
    Test number
    373439847132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail51,625 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    624752446156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  35. Pass51,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    984632746140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T290 SMR

Does T290 SMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T290 SMR is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T290 SMR?
The MOT on T290 SMR is valid until 7 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 SMR done?
T290 SMR was recorded at 166,353 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 5,661 miles a year.
Has T290 SMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 SMR has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T290 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 T290 SMR find?
T290 SMR passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; coolant leak, and 7 more.

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