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Volkswagen Transporter

Green and Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T473 JEXMOT history

T473 JEX is a green and black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 228,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2026
Mileage
228,537 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 JEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T473 JEX was last recorded at 228,537 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,574 miles · 15 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
963 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 228,537 miles
  • 2024 – 227,574 miles
  • 2023 – 225,582 miles
  • 2022 – 221,307 miles
  • 2021 – 221,295 miles
  • 2020 – 215,039 miles
  • 2019 – 212,123 miles
  • 2018 – 207,513 miles
  • 2017 – 203,510 miles
  • 2016 – 197,292 miles
  • 2015 – 194,663 miles
  • 2014 – 191,869 miles
  • 2013 – 189,723 miles
  • 2009 – 180,044 miles
  • 2008 – 166,200 miles
  • 2007 – 156,643 miles
  • 2006 – 148,960 miles
  • 2005 – 142,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,537 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,537 miles (+963)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    228,537 miles
    Test number
    250074293536
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass227,574 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    227,574 miles
    Test number
    966618527963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass225,582 miles (+4,275)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    225,582 miles
    Test number
    762927992247
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass221,307 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    221,307 miles
    Test number
    787226112206
    • AdvisoryAll welding repairs covered in underseal
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  5. Fail221,295 miles (+6,256)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,295 miles
    Test number
    272089232371
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  6. Pass215,039 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    215,039 miles
    Test number
    715377870861
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated osf nsf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underbody corroded nsf osf to rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryOsr inner pannel hole not within prescribed area
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine
  7. Fail215,038 miles (+2,915)3 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,038 miles
    Test number
    890921991697
    • 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 Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated osf nsf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underbody corroded nsf osf to rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryOsr inner pannel hole not within prescribed area
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine
  8. Pass212,123 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    212,123 miles
    Test number
    610285149741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass207,513 miles (+4,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    207,513 miles
    Test number
    859086828648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded AND REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear CORNER UNDER PANAL CORRODED
  10. Pass203,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    203,510 miles
    Test number
    120251128095
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Fail203,510 miles (+6,218)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,510 miles
    Test number
    816549522956
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass197,292 miles (+2,629)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    197,292 miles
    Test number
    950216986066
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush INNER BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded AND REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryINNER RACK END SLIGHT MOVEMENT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower SILL CORRODED
  13. Pass194,663 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    194,663 miles
    Test number
    498662595028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail194,638 miles (+2,769)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,638 miles
    Test number
    267324485010
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
  15. Pass191,869 miles (+13)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    191,869 miles
    Test number
    129992814175
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
  16. Fail191,856 miles (+2,133)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,856 miles
    Test number
    667006304134
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
  17. Pass189,723 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    189,723 miles
    Test number
    408080383011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s front mirror missing
  18. Fail189,723 miles (+9,679)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,723 miles
    Test number
    777160783079
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s front mirror missing
  19. Pass180,044 miles (+81)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    180,044 miles
    Test number
    373637919354
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s headlamp mounts slightly brokern
    • NoteRear brake discs poor
  20. Fail179,963 miles (+13,763)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,963 miles
    Test number
    692015319361
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs poor
  21. Pass166,200 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    166,200 miles
    Test number
    474917718365
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAux illary belt oily
    • NoteClutch pedel linkage damaged
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteO/s mirror repaired
    • NoteSlight dampness on fuel pump
  22. Fail166,200 miles (+9,557)11 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,200 miles
    Test number
    451935718412
    • FailureCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAux illary belt oily
    • NoteClutch pedel linkage damaged
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteO/s mirror repaired
    • NoteSlight dampness on fuel pump
  23. Pass156,643 miles (+6)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    156,643 miles
    Test number
    664227207374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSide door fixed shut
  24. Fail156,637 miles (+7,677)4 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,637 miles
    Test number
    793256107341
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSide door fixed shut
  25. Pass148,960 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    148,960 miles
    Test number
    422267006438
    • NoteAs orginal test n o 630437006315
  26. Fail148,960 miles (+6,601)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,960 miles
    Test number
    630437006315
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteSlight pedel travel
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack
  27. Pass142,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    142,359 miles
    Test number
    422837005304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail142,359 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,359 miles
    Test number
    980447405311
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T473 JEX

Does T473 JEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T473 JEX expired on 1 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T473 JEX?
The MOT on T473 JEX expired on 1 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T473 JEX done?
T473 JEX was recorded at 228,537 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has T473 JEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 JEX has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T473 JEX 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 T473 JEX find?
T473 JEX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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