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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T397 LKJMOT history

T397 LKJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 175,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2026
Mileage
175,251 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 LKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 LKJ was last recorded at 175,251 miles on 16 Jul 2025, 1,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2013: 119,129 miles, lower than 150,501 miles on 20 Apr 2012.

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
174,108 miles · 3 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,143 miles
Average per year
6,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,251 miles
  • 2024 – 174,108 miles
  • 2023 – 172,443 miles
  • 2022 – 170,219 miles
  • 2021 – 169,315 miles
  • 2020 – 165,402 miles
  • 2019 – 163,319 miles
  • 2018 – 157,197 miles
  • 2017 – 149,330 miles
  • 2016 – 140,146 miles
  • 2015 – 132,207 miles
  • 2014 – 124,690 miles
  • 2013 – 119,129 miles
  • 2012 – 150,501 miles
  • 2011 – 94,797 miles
  • 2010 – 92,762 miles
  • 2009 – 86,034 miles
  • 2008 – 77,665 miles
  • 2007 – 65,279 miles
  • 2006 – 44,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,251 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    175,251 miles
    Test number
    933185725911
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  2. Fail175,251 miles (+1,143)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,251 miles
    Test number
    889383625583
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Pass174,108 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    174,108 miles
    Test number
    572346622674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail174,053 miles (+1,610)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,053 miles
    Test number
    560763097454
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass172,443 miles (+2,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,443 miles
    Test number
    574701902672
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass170,219 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    170,219 miles
    Test number
    919279043163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail170,214 miles (+899)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,214 miles
    Test number
    237804302311
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,315 miles (+3,913)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    169,315 miles
    Test number
    338551261378
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass165,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    165,402 miles
    Test number
    660670010990
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail165,400 miles (+2,081)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,400 miles
    Test number
    782201552954
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass163,319 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,319 miles
    Test number
    228817592824
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake servo rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail163,313 miles (+6,116)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,313 miles
    Test number
    507478059968
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (as marked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake servo rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass157,197 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,197 miles
    Test number
    563023453403
    • AdvisoryNearside sill weak with corrosion.

  14. Fail157,021 miles (+7,691)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,021 miles
    Test number
    421439786392
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Wheel arch broken away from chassis. (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid in poor condition and contamination in reservoir.
    • AdvisoryNearside sill weak with corrosion.

  15. Pass149,330 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    149,330 miles
    Test number
    308283854494
    • AdvisoryCHIP IN O/S/F HEADLIGHT GLASS
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R LIGHT LENS IS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOil leak VARIOUS LEAKS FROM ENGINE AREA

  16. Fail149,320 miles (+9,174)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,320 miles
    Test number
    321066149486
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCHIP IN O/S/F HEADLIGHT GLASS
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R LIGHT LENS IS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOil leak VARIOUS LEAKS FROM ENGINE AREA

  17. Pass140,146 miles (+7,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,146 miles
    Test number
    185386194041
    • AdvisoryMovement in anti-roll bar system.
    • AdvisoryMovement in inner rack joints.

  18. Pass132,207 miles (+7,517)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,207 miles
    Test number
    875401525120
    • NotePlay steering and suspension
    • NoteWear suspension bushes includes anti roll bushes

  19. Pass124,690 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    124,690 miles
    Test number
    858071724107
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail124,615 miles (+5,486)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,615 miles
    Test number
    637775214172
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass119,129 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,129 miles
    Test number
    657426013149
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  22. Fail119,129 miles (-31,372)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,129 miles
    Test number
    918786913125
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  23. Pass150,501 miles (+55,704)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    150,501 miles
    Test number
    465631312106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass94,797 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    94,797 miles
    Test number
    699878411173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s & n/s mirrors have cracks but affecting veiw to rear

  25. Fail94,797 miles (+2,035)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,797 miles
    Test number
    246136411190
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s & n/s mirrors have cracks but affecting veiw to rear

  26. Pass92,762 miles (+6,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    92,762 miles
    Test number
    154193000126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass86,034 miles (+8,369)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,034 miles
    Test number
    684049019113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail77,665 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,665 miles
    Test number
    610922128104
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass77,665 miles (+12,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,665 miles
    Test number
    740712528156
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass65,279 miles (+21,272)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,279 miles
    Test number
    160378877067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    800673486097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail44,007 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    261493886052
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Questions about T397 LKJ

Does T397 LKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 LKJ expired on 26 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 LKJ?
The MOT on T397 LKJ expired on 26 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 LKJ done?
T397 LKJ was recorded at 175,251 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2025, an average of 6,796 miles a year.
Has T397 LKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 LKJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T397 LKJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T397 LKJ find?
T397 LKJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: coolant leak.

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