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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T388 BTYMOT history

T388 BTY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
96,904 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T388 BTY
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
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T388 BTY was last recorded at 96,904 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 1,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,074 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,830 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,904 miles
  • 2025 – 95,074 miles
  • 2024 – 90,965 miles
  • 2023 – 84,406 miles
  • 2022 – 79,812 miles
  • 2021 – 75,137 miles
  • 2020 – 71,875 miles
  • 2019 – 68,280 miles
  • 2018 – 64,389 miles
  • 2017 – 63,674 miles
  • 2015 – 61,991 miles
  • 2014 – 60,557 miles
  • 2013 – 56,469 miles
  • 2012 – 52,869 miles
  • 2011 – 49,160 miles
  • 2010 – 45,772 miles
  • 2009 – 40,348 miles
  • 2008 – 34,279 miles
  • 2007 – 28,811 miles
  • 2006 – 22,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,904 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,904 miles (+1,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    344448266049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass95,074 miles (+4,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    95,074 miles
    Test number
    264415865144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,965 miles (+6,559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,965 miles
    Test number
    468707611563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,406 miles (+4,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,406 miles
    Test number
    781998387723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass79,812 miles (+4,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    886095438560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass75,137 miles (+3,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    75,137 miles
    Test number
    433476751758
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers guards fitted to underside

  7. Pass71,875 miles (+3,595)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,875 miles
    Test number
    921664275244
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body coated in under seal
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  8. Pass68,280 miles (+3,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    68,280 miles
    Test number
    462368904077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in wax oil restricting full inspection

  9. Pass64,389 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    722929960204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,674 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    492396540112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,991 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    615642038269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    275818564295
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail60,557 miles (+4,088)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    606418864296
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass56,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,469 miles
    Test number
    339207263458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,469 miles (+3,600)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,469 miles
    Test number
    106986263250
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass52,869 miles (+3,709)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,869 miles
    Test number
    655663162277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,160 miles (+3,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    546723361234
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass45,772 miles (+5,424)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,772 miles
    Test number
    172638150276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,348 miles (+6,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,348 miles
    Test number
    332847959444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass34,279 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,279 miles
    Test number
    682596568272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,811 miles (+6,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,811 miles
    Test number
    390553067213
    • NoteAll tyres have sidewalls deteriorating

  22. Pass22,724 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,724 miles
    Test number
    621961906165
    • NoteRight hand front, right hand rear, left hand rear and left hand front tyres perishing on side-walls

Questions about T388 BTY

Does T388 BTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T388 BTY is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T388 BTY?
The MOT on T388 BTY is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T388 BTY done?
T388 BTY was recorded at 96,904 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has T388 BTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T388 BTY has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on T388 BTY 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 T388 BTY find?
T388 BTY passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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