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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T381 JCHMOT history

T381 JCH is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
70,252 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T381 JCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T381 JCH was last recorded at 70,252 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,812 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
440 miles
Average per year
1,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,252 miles
  • 2024 – 69,812 miles
  • 2023 – 69,366 miles
  • 2022 – 68,639 miles
  • 2021 – 67,436 miles
  • 2020 – 66,521 miles
  • 2019 – 63,686 miles
  • 2018 – 62,467 miles
  • 2017 – 57,790 miles
  • 2016 – 55,255 miles
  • 2015 – 54,527 miles
  • 2014 – 53,427 miles
  • 2013 – 52,687 miles
  • 2012 – 50,790 miles
  • 2011 – 49,424 miles
  • 2010 – 47,656 miles
  • 2009 – 46,074 miles
  • 2008 – 44,628 miles
  • 2006 – 40,507 miles
  • 2005 – 34,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,252 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BothRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,252 miles (+440)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    70,252 miles
    Test number
    545686688989
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass69,812 miles (+446)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    69,812 miles
    Test number
    691139705715
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,366 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    69,366 miles
    Test number
    284327073305
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both front lower shocker bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail69,361 miles (+722)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,361 miles
    Test number
    150685699322
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both front lower shocker bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass68,639 miles (+1,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,639 miles
    Test number
    777392686896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass67,436 miles (+915)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,436 miles
    Test number
    275002050069
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass66,521 miles (+2,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,521 miles
    Test number
    498932827398
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner rack joints
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both shockers both bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass63,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,686 miles
    Test number
    321588136182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail63,686 miles (+1,219)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,686 miles
    Test number
    570813219082
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,467 miles (+4,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,467 miles
    Test number
    792066550129
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass57,790 miles (+2,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,790 miles
    Test number
    512445415733
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox/engine

  12. Pass55,255 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,255 miles
    Test number
    530156744946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,527 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,527 miles
    Test number
    625996555185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,427 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,427 miles
    Test number
    237497464141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,687 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,687 miles
    Test number
    377458253138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,790 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,790 miles
    Test number
    206372472461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,424 miles (+1,768)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,424 miles
    Test number
    259213371179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,656 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,656 miles
    Test number
    154446360195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,074 miles
    Test number
    334952089133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,074 miles (+1,446)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,074 miles
    Test number
    950857079158
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass44,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,628 miles
    Test number
    974395498208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,628 miles (+4,121)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,628 miles
    Test number
    503144688296
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass40,507 miles (+6,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,507 miles
    Test number
    394214266470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass34,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    34,053 miles
    Test number
    364945645264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T381 JCH

Does T381 JCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T381 JCH is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T381 JCH?
The MOT on T381 JCH is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T381 JCH done?
T381 JCH was recorded at 70,252 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 1,784 miles a year.
Has T381 JCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T381 JCH has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T381 JCH 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 JCH find?
T381 JCH passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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