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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T493 WWTMOT history

T493 WWT is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 255,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2024
Mileage
255,859 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T493 WWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T493 WWT was last recorded at 255,859 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 22,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,655 miles · 9 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
22,204 miles
Average per year
10,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 255,859 miles
  • 2023 – 233,655 miles
  • 2022 – 213,268 miles
  • 2021 – 204,555 miles
  • 2020 – 194,506 miles
  • 2019 – 174,507 miles
  • 2018 – 156,834 miles
  • 2017 – 143,421 miles
  • 2016 – 133,286 miles
  • 2015 – 125,974 miles
  • 2014 – 120,675 miles
  • 2013 – 116,579 miles
  • 2012 – 111,148 miles
  • 2011 – 98,083 miles
  • 2010 – 86,889 miles
  • 2009 – 76,247 miles
  • 2008 – 71,468 miles
  • 2007 – 65,810 miles
  • 2006 – 60,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail255,859 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • BOTH FRONT INNER & OUTER ARCHES CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL ROUND

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower ARM WRONG BOLT FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear BUMPER SUPPORT CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail255,859 miles (+22,204)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,859 miles
    Test number
    681258620802
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass233,655 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    233,655 miles
    Test number
    167544518773
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT INNER & OUTER ARCHES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL ROUND (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ARM WRONG BOLT FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BUMPER SUPPORT CORRODED

  3. Fail233,645 miles (+20,377)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,645 miles
    Test number
    954284062105
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted SPRING CLIP MISSING (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT INNER & OUTER ARCHES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL ROUND (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ARM WRONG BOLT FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BUMPER SUPPORT CORRODED

  4. Pass213,268 miles (+8,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    213,268 miles
    Test number
    574208556358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass204,555 miles (+60)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    204,555 miles
    Test number
    335292529125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Fail204,495 miles (+9,989)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,495 miles
    Test number
    473932703196
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass194,506 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    194,506 miles
    Test number
    920500277194
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail194,506 miles (+19,999)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,506 miles
    Test number
    104083640938
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass174,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    174,507 miles
    Test number
    638430765963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,507 miles (+17,673)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,507 miles
    Test number
    637349517436
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass156,834 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,834 miles
    Test number
    146236309215
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail156,829 miles (+13,408)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,829 miles
    Test number
    566339301745
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass143,421 miles (+10,135)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,421 miles
    Test number
    402014134661
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass133,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,286 miles
    Test number
    368578026654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail133,286 miles (+7,312)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,286 miles
    Test number
    561452141964
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

  16. Pass125,974 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,974 miles
    Test number
    726649195168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass120,675 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,675 miles
    Test number
    776237094117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,579 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,579 miles
    Test number
    818011313299
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Fail116,569 miles (+5,421)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,569 miles
    Test number
    528758903230
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  20. Pass111,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,148 miles
    Test number
    939910152140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail111,148 miles (+13,065)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,148 miles
    Test number
    338966142174
    • DangerousCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass98,083 miles (+11,194)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,083 miles
    Test number
    877203441170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,889 miles (+10,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    580693250149
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass76,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,247 miles
    Test number
    892974559138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,247 miles (+4,779)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,247 miles
    Test number
    303282559126
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass71,468 miles (+5,658)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,468 miles
    Test number
    454666368107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass65,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,810 miles
    Test number
    542135747192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,810 miles (+5,397)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,810 miles
    Test number
    201278837440
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass60,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,413 miles
    Test number
    791342546128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T493 WWT

Does T493 WWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T493 WWT expired on 8 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T493 WWT?
The MOT on T493 WWT expired on 8 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T493 WWT done?
T493 WWT was recorded at 255,859 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 10,762 miles a year.
Has T493 WWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T493 WWT has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T493 WWT 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 T493 WWT find?
T493 WWT failed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch; nearside rear brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 3 more.

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