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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T487 WMAMOT history

T487 WMA is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
115,699 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 WMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T487 WMA was last recorded at 115,699 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,454 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
245 miles
Average per year
4,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,699 miles
  • 2025 – 115,189 miles
  • 2023 – 114,767 miles
  • 2022 – 112,396 miles
  • 2021 – 109,625 miles
  • 2020 – 107,306 miles
  • 2019 – 106,193 miles
  • 2018 – 105,734 miles
  • 2017 – 102,453 miles
  • 2016 – 98,751 miles
  • 2015 – 94,530 miles
  • 2014 – 89,294 miles
  • 2013 – 80,660 miles
  • 2012 – 69,753 miles
  • 2011 – 59,511 miles
  • 2010 – 49,068 miles
  • 2009 – 39,913 miles
  • 2008 – 37,337 miles
  • 2007 – 34,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,699 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In between Flexi hose & caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,699 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    115,699 miles
    Test number
    906112677979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,454 miles (+265)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,454 miles
    Test number
    496232611404
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner /outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Arch within 30cm of shock mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Arch within 30cm of shock mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion and to suspension componets
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,189 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,189 miles
    Test number
    691330884121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In between Flexi hose & caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In between Flexi hose & caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail115,176 miles (+409)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,176 miles
    Test number
    512451204695
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In between Flexi hose & caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In between Flexi hose & caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,767 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,767 miles
    Test number
    896330150953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,571 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,571 miles
    Test number
    259275407942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,396 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,396 miles
    Test number
    267796521311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,625 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    109,625 miles
    Test number
    459495821944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,306 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,306 miles
    Test number
    570429300680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,193 miles (+459)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2020
    Odometer
    106,193 miles
    Test number
    259673606174
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage rods corroded

  11. Pass105,734 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    856351454636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage rods badly corroded

  12. Fail105,734 miles (+3,281)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    958721761978
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake linkage rods badly corroded

  13. Pass102,453 miles (+3,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,453 miles
    Test number
    367937103229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass98,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,751 miles
    Test number
    686918053749
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail98,751 miles (+4,221)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,751 miles
    Test number
    471718567389
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass94,530 miles (+5,236)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,530 miles
    Test number
    269025225146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,294 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,294 miles
    Test number
    879623634109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,293 miles (+8,633)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,293 miles
    Test number
    408132634135
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front exhaust rubber mounting not fitted to exhaust
    • NoteParking brake cable/rod returning spring broken

  19. Pass80,660 miles (+10,907)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,660 miles
    Test number
    299020623188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,753 miles (+10,242)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    126856532125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    487139121189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,511 miles (+10,443)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    797609921101
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass49,068 miles (+9,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,068 miles
    Test number
    982178820188
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass39,913 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,913 miles
    Test number
    492917949172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    120654219013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,348 miles (+2,011)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    134643519460
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f disc lightly corroded.

  27. Pass37,337 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,337 miles
    Test number
    344363328075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,928 miles
    Test number
    953013027000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T487 WMA

Does T487 WMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T487 WMA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T487 WMA?
The MOT on T487 WMA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T487 WMA done?
T487 WMA was recorded at 115,699 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,143 miles a year.
Has T487 WMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 WMA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T487 WMA 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 T487 WMA find?
T487 WMA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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