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Volkswagen Transporter

Brown · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T394 LRPMOT history

T394 LRP is a brown diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 222,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
222,745 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T394 LRP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T394 LRP was last recorded at 222,745 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Mar 2017: 194,506 miles, lower than 195,404 miles on 20 Mar 2017.

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
222,721 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
4,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,745 miles
  • 2024 – 221,211 miles
  • 2023 – 217,059 miles
  • 2022 – 214,441 miles
  • 2021 – 210,736 miles
  • 2020 – 206,421 miles
  • 2019 – 200,790 miles
  • 2018 – 197,208 miles
  • 2017 – 194,506 miles
  • 2016 – 191,448 miles
  • 2015 – 190,171 miles
  • 2014 – 190,144 miles
  • 2013 – 186,302 miles
  • 2012 – 182,106 miles
  • 2011 – 172,864 miles
  • 2010 – 165,012 miles
  • 2009 – 157,935 miles
  • 2008 – 151,027 miles
  • 2006 – 136,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,745 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,745 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    222,745 miles
    Test number
    416203653480
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  2. Fail222,721 miles (+1,510)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,721 miles
    Test number
    165390769422
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  3. Pass221,211 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    221,211 miles
    Test number
    119724548887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass217,059 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    217,059 miles
    Test number
    226655078234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail217,026 miles (+2,585)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,026 miles
    Test number
    362061179904
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass214,441 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    214,441 miles
    Test number
    612027805733
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail214,428 miles (+3,692)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,428 miles
    Test number
    196849849309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear,tyres,worn,on,inner,edge

  8. Pass210,736 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    210,736 miles
    Test number
    565991578502
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail210,734 miles (+4,313)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,734 miles
    Test number
    670091017034
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass206,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    206,421 miles
    Test number
    526344817761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail206,409 miles (+5,619)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,409 miles
    Test number
    483829443744
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  12. Pass200,790 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,790 miles
    Test number
    364971354439
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail200,789 miles (+3,581)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,789 miles
    Test number
    980770121791
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass197,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    197,208 miles
    Test number
    636442698796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail197,208 miles (+2,702)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,208 miles
    Test number
    415137945498
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8 (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass194,506 miles (-898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    194,506 miles
    Test number
    891203586741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All

  17. Fail195,404 miles (+3,956)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,404 miles
    Test number
    801362045083
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All

  18. Pass191,448 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    191,448 miles
    Test number
    613352605612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail191,440 miles (+1,269)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,440 miles
    Test number
    371805879460
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported all mounts off (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure moving about on mounts (2.2.B.1a)

  20. Pass190,171 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    190,171 miles
    Test number
    917008635010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail190,171 miles (+27)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,171 miles
    Test number
    369598235006
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureHorn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail190,144 miles (+3,842)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,144 miles
    Test number
    235851134356
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail186,302 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,302 miles
    Test number
    709173833337
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  24. Pass186,302 miles (+4,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    186,302 miles
    Test number
    837933633328
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  25. Pass182,106 miles (+9,242)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    182,106 miles
    Test number
    645514972117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass172,864 miles (+7,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    172,864 miles
    Test number
    706956871104
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut in sidewall

  27. Pass165,012 miles (+7,077)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    165,012 miles
    Test number
    263840170412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  28. Pass157,935 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    157,935 miles
    Test number
    944220189193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Fail157,913 miles (+6,886)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,913 miles
    Test number
    123031179184
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass151,027 miles (+14,052)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    151,027 miles
    Test number
    943949668178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass136,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    136,975 miles
    Test number
    883010286288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T394 LRP

Does T394 LRP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T394 LRP is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T394 LRP?
The MOT on T394 LRP is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T394 LRP done?
T394 LRP was recorded at 222,745 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 4,514 miles a year.
Has T394 LRP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T394 LRP has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T394 LRP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T394 LRP find?
T394 LRP passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear nail in tyre; o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

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