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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T429 JHHMOT history

T429 JHH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 186,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2025
Mileage
186,456 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2024
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T429 JHH
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T429 JHH was last recorded at 186,456 miles on 31 Jan 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Feb 2010: 105,800 miles, lower than 112,008 miles on 4 Feb 2009.
  • 7 Apr 2017: 57,105 miles, lower than 157,105 miles on 6 Apr 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
186,450 miles · 29 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 186,456 miles
  • 2023 – 184,756 miles
  • 2022 – 179,347 miles
  • 2021 – 175,065 miles
  • 2020 – 172,248 miles
  • 2019 – 167,040 miles
  • 2018 – 162,886 miles
  • 2017 – 57,105 miles
  • 2016 – 149,722 miles
  • 2015 – 142,328 miles
  • 2014 – 136,952 miles
  • 2013 – 131,144 miles
  • 2012 – 124,649 miles
  • 2011 – 119,426 miles
  • 2010 – 113,790 miles
  • 2009 – 112,008 miles
  • 2008 – 103,424 miles
  • 2007 – 95,759 miles
  • 2006 – 89,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,456 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper support bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,456 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    186,456 miles
    Test number
    718629584787
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper support bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail186,450 miles (+1,694)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,450 miles
    Test number
    209296377346
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner arch above arm mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear sill outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arm mounting surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper support bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass184,756 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    184,756 miles
    Test number
    443010168799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail184,752 miles (+5,405)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,752 miles
    Test number
    924974726857
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass179,347 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    179,347 miles
    Test number
    891352186993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail179,345 miles (+4,280)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,345 miles
    Test number
    344977139227
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass175,065 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,065 miles
    Test number
    422721151957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail175,062 miles (+2,814)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,062 miles
    Test number
    768071421747
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass172,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,248 miles
    Test number
    698276218418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail172,248 miles (+5,208)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,248 miles
    Test number
    195367952164
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass167,040 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    167,040 miles
    Test number
    439929196503
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  12. Fail167,038 miles (+10)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,038 miles
    Test number
    296973009104
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  13. Fail167,028 miles (+4,142)2 dangerous9 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,028 miles
    Test number
    172325354514
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play insecure (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass162,886 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    162,886 miles
    Test number
    983006713791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bold (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion spring mounting (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail162,886 miles (+105,781)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,886 miles
    Test number
    309821258389
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bold (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion spring mounting (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass57,105 miles (-100,000)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,105 miles
    Test number
    539864197776
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail157,105 miles (+7,383)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,105 miles
    Test number
    725228280770
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass149,722 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,722 miles
    Test number
    806232448096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail149,722 miles (+7,394)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,722 miles
    Test number
    823574312775
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass142,328 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,328 miles
    Test number
    118714265027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail142,328 miles (+5,376)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,328 miles
    Test number
    266594765080
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass136,952 miles (+5,808)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    136,952 miles
    Test number
    179971054496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail131,144 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,144 miles
    Test number
    329399643068
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass131,144 miles (+6,495)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    131,144 miles
    Test number
    347369343075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass124,649 miles (+5,223)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    124,649 miles
    Test number
    625891452031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,426 miles (+5,636)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    119,426 miles
    Test number
    188336141076
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass113,790 miles (+7,990)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    113,790 miles
    Test number
    134460350099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail105,800 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,800 miles
    Test number
    321685930014
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass105,800 miles (-6,208)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    105,800 miles
    Test number
    514465830008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass112,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    694355739098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail112,008 miles (+8,584)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    912485439027
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass103,424 miles (+7,665)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    103,424 miles
    Test number
    423526008112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass95,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    95,759 miles
    Test number
    281109507450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail95,759 miles (+6,364)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,759 miles
    Test number
    681319407199
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  35. Pass89,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    360430036166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T429 JHH

Does T429 JHH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T429 JHH expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T429 JHH?
The MOT on T429 JHH expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T429 JHH done?
T429 JHH was recorded at 186,456 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2024, an average of 5,463 miles a year.
Has T429 JHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T429 JHH has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T429 JHH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T429 JHH find?
T429 JHH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear lower vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper support bar.

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