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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T391 RFBMOT history

T391 RFB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 199,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
199,615 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T391 RFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T391 RFB was last recorded at 199,615 miles on 29 May 2026, 4,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,898 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,717 miles
Average per year
5,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,615 miles
  • 2025 – 194,898 miles
  • 2023 – 194,800 miles
  • 2022 – 194,469 miles
  • 2021 – 190,174 miles
  • 2019 – 182,900 miles
  • 2018 – 171,141 miles
  • 2017 – 164,185 miles
  • 2016 – 157,091 miles
  • 2015 – 150,989 miles
  • 2014 – 145,058 miles
  • 2013 – 137,197 miles
  • 2012 – 129,784 miles
  • 2011 – 120,052 miles
  • 2010 – 108,840 miles
  • 2009 – 99,372 miles
  • 2008 – 89,775 miles
  • 2007 – 83,645 miles
  • 2006 – 80,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,615 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,615 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    199,615 miles
    Test number
    668264649849
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail199,615 miles (+4,717)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,615 miles
    Test number
    152588565922
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass194,898 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    194,898 miles
    Test number
    958072187182
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed

  4. Fail194,898 miles (+98)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,898 miles
    Test number
    268784993978
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed

  5. Pass194,800 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    194,800 miles
    Test number
    854136350971
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail194,798 miles (+329)9 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,798 miles
    Test number
    616912294927
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch near sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass194,469 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    194,469 miles
    Test number
    210211229914
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail194,469 miles (+4,295)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,469 miles
    Test number
    792430142505
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded into caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass190,174 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    190,174 miles
    Test number
    678060787854
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail190,174 miles (+7,274)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,174 miles
    Test number
    902955855529
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass182,900 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,900 miles
    Test number
    759017006278
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight cracking in rubber compound (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Fail182,900 miles (+11,759)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,900 miles
    Test number
    486133064799
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe connection (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight cracking in rubber compound (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass171,141 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    171,141 miles
    Test number
    129588632145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail171,140 miles (+6,955)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,140 miles
    Test number
    306713793717
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass164,185 miles (+7,094)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    164,185 miles
    Test number
    997238969730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass157,091 miles (+6,102)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,091 miles
    Test number
    483075845765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass150,989 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    150,989 miles
    Test number
    137965775156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,794 miles (+5,736)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,794 miles
    Test number
    786408965108
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail145,058 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,058 miles
    Test number
    248967974453
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass145,058 miles (+7,861)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    145,058 miles
    Test number
    399677274158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass137,197 miles (+7,413)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    137,197 miles
    Test number
    219093463115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,784 miles (+9,732)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    129,784 miles
    Test number
    408083572153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,052 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,052 miles
    Test number
    406823371109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,909 miles (+11,069)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,909 miles
    Test number
    847198761102
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Fail108,840 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,840 miles
    Test number
    283435370445
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass108,840 miles (+9,468)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    108,840 miles
    Test number
    840165570114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,372 miles (+9,597)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,372 miles
    Test number
    943450089185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass89,775 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    833576788179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,645 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,645 miles
    Test number
    430047687106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    80,438 miles
    Test number
    491124176159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T391 RFB

Does T391 RFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T391 RFB is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T391 RFB?
The MOT on T391 RFB is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T391 RFB done?
T391 RFB was recorded at 199,615 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 5,979 miles a year.
Has T391 RFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T391 RFB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T391 RFB 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 T391 RFB find?
T391 RFB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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