
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc
T39 DBWMOT history
T39 DBW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 311,479 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 311,479 mi
- At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 19 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 9,010 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T39 DBW
- 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
- 1 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T39 DBW was last recorded at 311,479 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 310,230 miles · 2 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,249 miles
- Average per year
- 9,010 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 311,479 miles
- 2025 – 310,230 miles
- 2024 – 310,171 miles
- 2022 – 301,574 miles
- 2021 – 296,535 miles
- 2020 – 294,273 miles
- 2019 – 290,924 miles
- 2018 – 287,889 miles
- 2017 – 286,365 miles
- 2016 – 275,695 miles
- 2015 – 263,360 miles
- 2014 – 250,569 miles
- 2013 – 235,393 miles
- 2012 – 222,835 miles
- 2010 – 202,569 miles
- 2008 – 190,890 miles
- 2007 – 162,409 miles
- 2006 – 132,875 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both front inner sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear chassis legs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively
Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
30 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass311,479 miles (+1,249)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 311,479 miles
- Test number
- 877624790161
- AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both front inner sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear chassis legs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass310,230 miles (+25)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 310,230 miles
- Test number
- 871157901160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail310,205 miles (+34)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 310,205 miles
- Test number
- 866607577608
- MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Pass310,171 miles (+13)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2025
- Odometer
- 310,171 miles
- Test number
- 700500812944
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail310,158 miles (+8,584)4 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 310,158 miles
- Test number
- 374009369175
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass301,574 miles (+9)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 301,574 miles
- Test number
- 556207163630
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear straps fitted to stop rear arms lowering
Fail301,565 miles (+5,030)7 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 301,565 miles
- Test number
- 283384427995
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Coil spring insecure both rear when jacked up (5.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass296,535 miles (+2,262)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 296,535 miles
- Test number
- 730559466618
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
Pass294,273 miles (+15)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 294,273 miles
- Test number
- 722475078211
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail294,258 miles (+3,334)3 dangerous14 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 294,258 miles
- Test number
- 928291184228
- DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorBumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass290,924 miles (+3,035)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 290,924 miles
- Test number
- 838427897163
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis to bed mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass287,889 miles (+1,312)3 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 287,889 miles
- Test number
- 840216794623
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail286,577 miles (+212)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 286,577 miles
- Test number
- 587149060679
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass286,365 miles (+10,670)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 286,365 miles
- Test number
- 939811196568
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass275,695 miles (+12,335)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2017
- Odometer
- 275,695 miles
- Test number
- 904389494952
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass263,360 miles (+12,791)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2016
- Odometer
- 263,360 miles
- Test number
- 659137945180
- AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass250,569 miles (+15,176)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2015
- Odometer
- 250,569 miles
- Test number
- 309157844137
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass235,393 miles (+12,558)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 235,393 miles
- Test number
- 138977963494
- AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- NoteHorn is operating at a slightly reduced volume
- NoteNearside front sill damaged
- NoteNearside front tyre bald inner and outer edges
- NoteSlight play in steering rack offside
Pass222,835 miles (+1,387)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 222,835 miles
- Test number
- 115094972099
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteFront brake discs worn
- NoteSlight play in both sides of steering rack
Pass221,448 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 221,448 miles
- Test number
- 408074702031
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Fail221,447 miles (+18,878)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 221,447 miles
- Test number
- 165093802011
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Pass202,569 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 202,569 miles
- Test number
- 400185260307
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBoth rear brake discs rusty
Fail202,565 miles (+4)2 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,565 miles
- Test number
- 733554360363
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBoth rear brake discs rusty
Fail202,561 miles (+11,671)1 dangerous20 failures5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,561 miles
- Test number
- 274658050261
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteAirbag light on
- NoteFront brake pads low
- NoteFront discs worn and rusty
- NoteNearside front brake hose perished
- NotePassengers rear dont wont open
Pass190,890 miles (+712)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 190,890 miles
- Test number
- 931027478223
- NoteAs per oroginal vt32 No 423976058275
Fail190,178 miles (+27,769)5 failures3 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,178 miles
- Test number
- 423976058275
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteBoth front brake discs worn and lipped
- NoteBoth rear lamp lenses damaged
- NoteFront brake pads worn
- NoteO/s/r tyre perished and worn on inner edge
- NoteUnder engine cover and engine oil leak
Pass162,409 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 162,409 miles
- Test number
- 842073367288
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail162,406 miles (+29,531)8 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,406 miles
- Test number
- 302662067246
- FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- NoteN/s wing mirror damaged
- NoteOs/r tyre starting to crack
Pass132,875 miles (+526)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 132,875 miles
- Test number
- 294628866234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail132,349 miles7 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,349 miles
- Test number
- 291089856277
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteN/s/r light cluster damaged
Questions about T39 DBW
- Does T39 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T39 DBW is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T39 DBW?
- The MOT on T39 DBW is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T39 DBW done?
- T39 DBW was recorded at 311,479 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,010 miles a year.
- Has T39 DBW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T39 DBW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on T39 DBW 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 T39 DBW find?
- T39 DBW passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front inner sills corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.
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