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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T409 ALJMOT history

T409 ALJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 110,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,068 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T409 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T409 ALJ was last recorded at 110,068 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,479 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
589 miles
Average per year
3,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,068 miles
  • 2025 – 109,479 miles
  • 2024 – 108,089 miles
  • 2023 – 107,038 miles
  • 2022 – 105,628 miles
  • 2019 – 104,807 miles
  • 2018 – 101,039 miles
  • 2017 – 98,877 miles
  • 2016 – 95,442 miles
  • 2015 – 93,189 miles
  • 2014 – 90,331 miles
  • 2013 – 88,248 miles
  • 2012 – 85,590 miles
  • 2011 – 82,416 miles
  • 2010 – 81,513 miles
  • 2009 – 68,827 miles
  • 2008 – 62,311 miles
  • 2007 – 55,175 miles
  • 2006 – 44,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,068 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray deteriorated (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front caliper pipes and nearside front (1.1.11 (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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,068 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,068 miles
    Test number
    183833925974
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray deteriorated (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front caliper pipes and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail110,068 miles (+589)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,068 miles
    Test number
    374839450450
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray deteriorated (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front caliper pipes and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass109,479 miles (+1,390)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,479 miles
    Test number
    419927000123
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,089 miles (+1,051)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    108,089 miles
    Test number
    428844767235
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass107,038 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,038 miles
    Test number
    309254946943
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail107,038 miles (+1,410)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,038 miles
    Test number
    387698403075
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass105,628 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,628 miles
    Test number
    618263047137
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail105,628 miles (+821)5 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,628 miles
    Test number
    817770310017
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass104,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,807 miles
    Test number
    909859887485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail104,807 miles (+3,768)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,807 miles
    Test number
    108882198935
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass101,039 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    101,039 miles
    Test number
    942398289224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

  12. Fail101,029 miles (+2,152)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,029 miles
    Test number
    965904439951
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass98,877 miles (+3,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    437266068772
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass95,442 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,442 miles
    Test number
    932591822513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,437 miles (+2,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,437 miles
    Test number
    848327920689
    • FailureNearside Battery insecure x2 (1.9.1)

  16. Pass93,189 miles (+2,858)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,189 miles
    Test number
    257589615383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,331 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,331 miles
    Test number
    148423054265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,248 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,248 miles
    Test number
    597462843273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,590 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,590 miles
    Test number
    567563332257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,278 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,278 miles
    Test number
    346412242181
    • NoteBATTERY INSECURE
    • NoteUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  21. Fail84,278 miles (+1,862)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,278 miles
    Test number
    947752542175
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBATTERY INSECURE
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST CORRODED
    • NoteUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  22. Pass82,416 miles (+903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,416 miles
    Test number
    826889461172
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass81,513 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,513 miles
    Test number
    204581880257
    • NoteMinor oil leaks

  24. Fail81,512 miles (+2,051)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,512 miles
    Test number
    842409370261
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteMinor oil leaks

  25. Pass79,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,461 miles
    Test number
    281287560162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail79,461 miles (+10,634)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,461 miles
    Test number
    853587460145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass68,827 miles (+6,516)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,827 miles
    Test number
    294744859466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,311 miles (+7,136)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    331493618235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail55,175 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    390621217412
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  30. Pass55,175 miles (+11,168)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    801881417213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    203391656106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Fail44,007 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    531531756110
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T409 ALJ

Does T409 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T409 ALJ is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T409 ALJ?
The MOT on T409 ALJ is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T409 ALJ done?
T409 ALJ was recorded at 110,068 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,340 miles a year.
Has T409 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T409 ALJ has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T409 ALJ 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 T409 ALJ find?
T409 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front caliper pipes and nearside front.

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