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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T396 RFBMOT history

T396 RFB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 146,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,528 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T396 RFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T396 RFB was last recorded at 146,528 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 4,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,356 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,172 miles
Average per year
3,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,528 miles
  • 2025 – 142,356 miles
  • 2024 – 139,549 miles
  • 2023 – 138,085 miles
  • 2022 – 135,154 miles
  • 2021 – 135,153 miles
  • 2020 – 131,251 miles
  • 2019 – 126,204 miles
  • 2018 – 123,554 miles
  • 2017 – 117,421 miles
  • 2016 – 112,329 miles
  • 2015 – 108,461 miles
  • 2014 – 106,402 miles
  • 2013 – 103,559 miles
  • 2012 – 101,676 miles
  • 2011 – 97,408 miles
  • 2010 – 94,745 miles
  • 2009 – 91,067 miles
  • 2008 – 88,295 miles
  • 2007 – 82,951 miles
  • 2006 – 74,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,528 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,528 miles (+4,172)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,528 miles
    Test number
    192800265883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,356 miles (+238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,356 miles
    Test number
    849467233893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail142,118 miles (+2,569)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,118 miles
    Test number
    608268845421
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside front upper arch/step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,549 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    139,549 miles
    Test number
    448612166398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,085 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,085 miles
    Test number
    496417625080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,154 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    987132687724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail135,153 miles (+3,902)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,153 miles
    Test number
    319868452046
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Structure around nearside rear trailing arm mount excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded below step not excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front arch corroded at the rear of the arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill has been repaired previously slight corrosion around repair (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass131,251 miles (+5,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,251 miles
    Test number
    560514190430
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases weld cracked on catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,204 miles (+2,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,204 miles
    Test number
    389644970505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre badly worn on inner edge cords nearly exposed. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySpiked bolts fitted to wing mirrors causing Sharpe edge.

  10. Pass123,554 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    123,554 miles
    Test number
    598901918895
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail123,553 miles (+6,132)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,553 miles
    Test number
    231256816914
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass117,421 miles (+5,092)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,421 miles
    Test number
    818283743776
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels & tyres fitted at time of test

  13. Pass112,329 miles (+3,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    112,329 miles
    Test number
    820161662486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and mis-shaped (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass108,461 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    647271595059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,402 miles (+2,843)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,402 miles
    Test number
    907401194010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,559 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,559 miles
    Test number
    348956483039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,676 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    101,676 miles
    Test number
    569201102132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,663 miles (+4,255)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    867415892028
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass97,408 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,408 miles
    Test number
    198521091484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,745 miles
    Test number
    752346670024
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail94,745 miles (+3,678)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,745 miles
    Test number
    752476670017
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass91,067 miles (+2,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,067 miles
    Test number
    560277079050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass88,295 miles (+5,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    634261398004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass82,951 miles (+7,988)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,951 miles
    Test number
    260464577076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    74,963 miles
    Test number
    482034076091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T396 RFB

Does T396 RFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T396 RFB is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T396 RFB?
The MOT on T396 RFB is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T396 RFB done?
T396 RFB was recorded at 146,528 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 3,534 miles a year.
Has T396 RFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T396 RFB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T396 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 T396 RFB find?
T396 RFB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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