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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T386 DFMMOT history

T386 DFM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 286,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2026
Mileage
286,539 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T386 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
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T386 DFM was last recorded at 286,539 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 3,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2014: 216,683 miles, lower than 216,685 miles on 7 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
282,540 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,999 miles
Average per year
7,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 286,539 miles
  • 2025 – 282,540 miles
  • 2024 – 272,858 miles
  • 2023 – 264,210 miles
  • 2022 – 255,174 miles
  • 2021 – 246,304 miles
  • 2020 – 238,470 miles
  • 2019 – 232,707 miles
  • 2018 – 226,698 miles
  • 2015 – 224,348 miles
  • 2014 – 216,683 miles
  • 2012 – 204,220 miles
  • 2011 – 196,128 miles
  • 2010 – 188,889 miles
  • 2009 – 173,706 miles
  • 2008 – 157,332 miles
  • 2007 – 144,202 miles
  • 2006 – 127,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail286,539 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT TO BACK (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
  • MajorRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOARDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail286,539 miles (+3,999)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,539 miles
    Test number
    406336607016
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT TO BACK (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOARDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass282,540 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    282,540 miles
    Test number
    924066844236
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail282,535 miles (+9,677)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,535 miles
    Test number
    374331454338
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion in lower rear of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion in upper of wheel arch x 2 patches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion on lower front of wheel arch (5.3.6 (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 Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass272,858 miles (+387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    272,858 miles
    Test number
    552355179716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail272,471 miles (+8,261)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,471 miles
    Test number
    385785893215
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass264,210 miles (+9,036)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    264,210 miles
    Test number
    250998801778
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass255,174 miles (+8,870)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    255,174 miles
    Test number
    358439235976
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass246,304 miles (+7,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    246,304 miles
    Test number
    233853390743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass238,470 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    238,470 miles
    Test number
    623925011773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass232,707 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    232,707 miles
    Test number
    831520134315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass226,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    226,698 miles
    Test number
    728352577383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail226,698 miles (+2,350)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,698 miles
    Test number
    823356096907
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Pass224,348 miles (+7,665)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    224,348 miles
    Test number
    509318095082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn low on inside edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slighly misshaped
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished
    • NotePlay in n/s steering rack inner joint
    • NoteRear brake disks pitted

  14. Pass216,683 miles (-2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    216,683 miles
    Test number
    496799524140
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  15. Fail216,685 miles (+12,465)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,685 miles
    Test number
    277657524483
    • FailureDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  16. Pass204,220 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    204,220 miles
    Test number
    888174262208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail204,220 miles (+8,092)1 failure1 repaired7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,220 miles
    Test number
    745884362234
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass196,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    196,128 miles
    Test number
    239907861230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail196,128 miles (+7,239)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,128 miles
    Test number
    759687761240
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass188,889 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    188,889 miles
    Test number
    621096460273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear brake discs worn

  21. Fail188,888 miles (+167)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,888 miles
    Test number
    254613360204
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear brake discs worn

  22. Fail188,721 miles (+15,015)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,721 miles
    Test number
    773543670145
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe/flexable hose securing bracket insecure of mounting
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  23. Pass173,706 miles (+16,374)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    173,706 miles
    Test number
    994324659153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass157,332 miles (+13,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    157,332 miles
    Test number
    750422888163
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer shoulder

  25. Pass144,202 miles (+16,688)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    144,202 miles
    Test number
    600196077110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass127,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    127,514 miles
    Test number
    701551476129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T386 DFM

Does T386 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T386 DFM expired on 2 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T386 DFM?
The MOT on T386 DFM expired on 2 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T386 DFM done?
T386 DFM was recorded at 286,539 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 7,934 miles a year.
Has T386 DFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T386 DFM has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T386 DFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T386 DFM find?
T386 DFM failed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to back; front direction indicator incorrect colour offside and nearside, and 5 more.

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