
Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
T389 CGBMOT history
T389 CGB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 218,444 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 218,444 mi
- At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 4,039 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T389 CGB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 13 Jul 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T389 CGB was last recorded at 218,444 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 4,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 214,430 miles · 15 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,014 miles
- Average per year
- 4,039 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 218,444 miles
- 2025 – 214,430 miles
- 2024 – 208,576 miles
- 2023 – 204,673 miles
- 2022 – 201,470 miles
- 2021 – 197,084 miles
- 2019 – 191,857 miles
- 2015 – 188,680 miles
- 2014 – 186,333 miles
- 2013 – 182,629 miles
- 2011 – 175,701 miles
- 2010 – 169,476 miles
- 2009 – 160,904 miles
- 2008 – 154,525 miles
- 2007 – 144,949 miles
- 2006 – 137,926 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Various brake pipes corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
26 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass218,444 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 218,444 miles
- Test number
- 121108737406
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail218,444 miles (+4,014)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 218,444 miles
- Test number
- 444382526837
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass214,430 miles1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 214,430 miles
- Test number
- 838753485027
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail214,430 miles (+5,854)2 major1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,430 miles
- Test number
- 646319621899
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass208,576 miles (+3,903)3 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 208,576 miles
- Test number
- 936113363599
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake line to ns caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Axle to body pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheelarch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Line to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheelarch inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Axle to body pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass204,673 miles (+3,203)13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 204,673 miles
- Test number
- 115432369611
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass201,470 miles1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 201,470 miles
- Test number
- 384078270146
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail201,470 miles (+4,386)3 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,470 miles
- Test number
- 298378623923
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass197,084 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 197,084 miles
- Test number
- 132284047304
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroding
Fail197,082 miles (+5,225)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,082 miles
- Test number
- 871097726311
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective slam panel not bolted (3.1 (c))
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroding
Pass191,857 miles (+3,177)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 191,857 miles
- Test number
- 737152008357
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass188,680 miles (+45)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 188,680 miles
- Test number
- 736950105156
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode in places
Fail188,635 miles (+2,302)3 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,635 miles
- Test number
- 419336885072
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode in places
Pass186,333 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 186,333 miles
- Test number
- 647965144042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail186,331 miles (+3,702)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,331 miles
- Test number
- 757828634064
- FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBrake pipes and flexi ferrules corroded in places
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteOil leak
Pass182,629 miles (+6,928)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 182,629 miles
- Test number
- 659909133007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass175,701 miles (+6,225)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 175,701 miles
- Test number
- 476199291288
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
Pass169,476 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 169,476 miles
- Test number
- 591847620336
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Fail169,476 miles (+8,572)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,476 miles
- Test number
- 611507420345
- FailureNearside Rear Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Pass160,904 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 160,904 miles
- Test number
- 990726019388
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail160,904 miles (+6,379)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,904 miles
- Test number
- 293486119386
- FailureCentre Front Lower Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
- FailureNearside Outer Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass154,525 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 154,525 miles
- Test number
- 431600338406
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail154,525 miles (+9,576)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,525 miles
- Test number
- 164175928384
- FailureCentre Front Lower Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureFront Lower Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
- FailureLower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Pass144,949 miles (+31)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 144,949 miles
- Test number
- 684687557204
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail144,918 miles (+6,992)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,918 miles
- Test number
- 692650357221
- FailureCentre Front Lower Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Pass137,926 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 137,926 miles
- Test number
- 504186856265
- AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
Questions about T389 CGB
- Does T389 CGB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T389 CGB is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T389 CGB?
- The MOT on T389 CGB is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T389 CGB done?
- T389 CGB was recorded at 218,444 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 4,039 miles a year.
- Has T389 CGB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T389 CGB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on T389 CGB 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 T389 CGB find?
- T389 CGB passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil heavily corroded, and 4 more.
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