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Volkswagen Transporter

Multi-colour · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T459 LHKMOT history

T459 LHK is a multi-colour diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 248,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
248,119 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T459 LHK was last recorded at 248,119 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,077 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
6,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 248,119 miles
  • 2024 – 241,911 miles
  • 2023 – 239,330 miles
  • 2022 – 235,248 miles
  • 2021 – 232,027 miles
  • 2020 – 228,538 miles
  • 2019 – 218,898 miles
  • 2018 – 217,459 miles
  • 2017 – 216,779 miles
  • 2016 – 215,477 miles
  • 2015 – 211,657 miles
  • 2014 – 204,342 miles
  • 2013 – 196,916 miles
  • 2012 – 191,315 miles
  • 2011 – 179,740 miles
  • 2010 – 167,956 miles
  • 2009 – 157,884 miles
  • 2008 – 151,203 miles
  • 2007 – 140,879 miles
  • 2006 – 127,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass248,119 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass248,119 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    248,119 miles
    Test number
    348737888257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail248,077 miles (+6,166)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,077 miles
    Test number
    571514899775
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass241,911 miles (+2,581)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    241,911 miles
    Test number
    468174111153
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front inner cv boot perished.

  4. Pass239,330 miles (+29)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    239,330 miles
    Test number
    820548017836
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components showing varying degrees of surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort 18%

  5. Fail239,301 miles (+4,053)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,301 miles
    Test number
    358411098458
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components showing varying degrees of surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort 18%

  6. Pass235,248 miles (+3,221)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    235,248 miles
    Test number
    981758145516
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Step has holed corrosion but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass232,027 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    232,027 miles
    Test number
    115784738251
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail232,025 miles (+3,487)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,025 miles
    Test number
    165323166487
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system centre, front to rear. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass228,538 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    228,538 miles
    Test number
    448096625215
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail228,535 miles (+9,637)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,535 miles
    Test number
    821492107040
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass218,898 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    218,898 miles
    Test number
    783684769679
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail218,898 miles (+1,439)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,898 miles
    Test number
    511266610349
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass217,459 miles (+680)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    217,459 miles
    Test number
    515572605439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass216,779 miles (+1,302)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    216,779 miles
    Test number
    435547867328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass215,477 miles (+3,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    215,477 miles
    Test number
    773499238811
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present on front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Pass211,657 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    211,657 miles
    Test number
    887474145046
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail211,590 miles (+7,248)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,590 miles
    Test number
    139932145087
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass204,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    204,342 miles
    Test number
    195898154404
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail204,342 miles (+7,426)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,342 miles
    Test number
    205308254056
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Fail196,916 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,916 miles
    Test number
    606852953057
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass196,916 miles (+5,601)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    196,916 miles
    Test number
    776772753076
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass191,315 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    191,315 miles
    Test number
    926232152017
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail191,242 miles (+11,502)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,242 miles
    Test number
    896611752072
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass179,740 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    179,740 miles
    Test number
    676172951079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail179,739 miles (+11,783)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,739 miles
    Test number
    815299241072
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass167,956 miles (+10,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    167,956 miles
    Test number
    192343060084
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass157,884 miles (+6,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    157,884 miles
    Test number
    601934059029
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  28. Pass151,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    151,203 miles
    Test number
    104441068435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail151,203 miles (+10,324)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,203 miles
    Test number
    500999458034
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Fail140,879 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,879 miles
    Test number
    153514767412
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Pass140,879 miles (+13,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    140,879 miles
    Test number
    460394667050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Pass127,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    127,546 miles
    Test number
    164642466434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T459 LHK

Does T459 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T459 LHK is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T459 LHK?
The MOT on T459 LHK is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T459 LHK done?
T459 LHK was recorded at 248,119 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 6,126 miles a year.
Has T459 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 LHK has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T459 LHK 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 T459 LHK find?
T459 LHK passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point.

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