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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T381 DFMMOT history

T381 DFM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 188,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
188,973 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T381 DFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T381 DFM was last recorded at 188,973 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 3,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,074 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,899 miles
Average per year
3,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,973 miles
  • 2023 – 185,074 miles
  • 2022 – 181,522 miles
  • 2021 – 179,959 miles
  • 2020 – 179,783 miles
  • 2019 – 174,931 miles
  • 2018 – 174,898 miles
  • 2014 – 172,263 miles
  • 2011 – 161,348 miles
  • 2010 – 157,672 miles
  • 2009 – 150,517 miles
  • 2008 – 139,485 miles
  • 2007 – 133,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,973 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,973 miles (+3,899)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,973 miles
    Test number
    621234521002
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass185,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    185,074 miles
    Test number
    338680241762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail185,074 miles (+3,552)7 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,074 miles
    Test number
    862944298972
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass181,522 miles (+1,563)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    181,522 miles
    Test number
    960581425431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass179,959 miles (+176)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    179,959 miles
    Test number
    711362982638
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps down
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  6. Fail179,783 miles (+4,852)12 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,783 miles
    Test number
    299301044099
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible broken with a hole (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced behind door corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody behind n/s/ door corroded
  7. Pass174,931 miles (+33)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,931 miles
    Test number
    612216324092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Both Sils undersealed
  8. Pass174,898 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    174,898 miles
    Test number
    881489550491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail174,897 miles (+2,634)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,897 miles
    Test number
    669532149418
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sil & Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass172,263 miles (+75)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    172,263 miles
    Test number
    617207934151
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers door check strap deteriated
    • NoteN/s/r outer &inner tyre wall wear
  11. Fail172,188 miles7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,188 miles
    Test number
    496859624113
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r outer &inner tyre wall wear
  12. PassMileage not read2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    565403833191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake cable corroded.
    • NoteFront wipers slightly worn.
    • NoteOffside beam image slightly disfigured.
    • NoteOffside front inner door handle cracked.
  13. Pass161,348 miles (+3,676)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    161,348 miles
    Test number
    837807341313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass157,672 miles (+73)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    157,672 miles
    Test number
    491910120306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Fail157,599 miles (+7,082)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,599 miles
    Test number
    671294610392
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass150,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    150,517 miles
    Test number
    532407709371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail150,517 miles (+11,032)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,517 miles
    Test number
    683749599204
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass139,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    139,485 miles
    Test number
    202109228107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail139,485 miles (+5,827)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,485 miles
    Test number
    660529828152
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  20. Pass133,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    133,658 miles
    Test number
    260590227108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail133,658 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,658 miles
    Test number
    922270527172
    • FailureBrake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T381 DFM

Does T381 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T381 DFM expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T381 DFM?
The MOT on T381 DFM expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T381 DFM done?
T381 DFM was recorded at 188,973 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 3,115 miles a year.
Has T381 DFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T381 DFM has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T381 DFM 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 T381 DFM find?
T381 DFM failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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