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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T496 WMAMOT history

T496 WMA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 270,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
270,963 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T496 WMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T496 WMA was last recorded at 270,963 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Nov 2013: 232,905 miles, lower than 232,906 miles on 8 Nov 2012.

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
270,963 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 270,963 miles
  • 2025 – 269,150 miles
  • 2023 – 267,733 miles
  • 2022 – 265,278 miles
  • 2021 – 262,617 miles
  • 2020 – 260,524 miles
  • 2019 – 256,258 miles
  • 2018 – 252,395 miles
  • 2017 – 246,809 miles
  • 2016 – 241,855 miles
  • 2015 – 235,307 miles
  • 2013 – 232,905 miles
  • 2012 – 232,906 miles
  • 2011 – 232,905 miles
  • 2010 – 232,903 miles
  • 2009 – 232,902 miles
  • 2008 – 232,263 miles
  • 2007 – 227,890 miles
  • 2006 – 209,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass270,963 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded not within prescibed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor corroded not in prescibed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth front chassi legs corroded not within prescibed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Inner Wheel arches corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Irregular wear inner edge 215/6516

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF/NSR 215/6516

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass270,963 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    270,963 miles
    Test number
    875154047438
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded not within prescibed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor corroded not in prescibed area
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassi legs corroded not within prescibed area

  2. Fail270,963 miles (+5)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,963 miles
    Test number
    493839611345
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded not within prescibed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor corroded not in prescibed area
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassi legs corroded not within prescibed area

  3. Fail270,958 miles (+1,808)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,958 miles
    Test number
    282357864649
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system between flexi pipe and loader valve (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded both pipes to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near filter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass269,150 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    269,150 miles
    Test number
    350397940275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Irregular wear inner edge 215/6516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF/NSR 215/6516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail269,149 miles (+3)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,149 miles
    Test number
    827583542020
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp dipped beam on with position light (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Irregular wear inner edge 215/6516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf/osf/nsr 215/6516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail269,146 miles (+1,413)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,146 miles
    Test number
    861518490628
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Irregular wear inner edge 215/6516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf/osf/nsr 215/6516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass267,733 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    267,733 miles
    Test number
    304375303437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Wheel arches corroded

  8. Fail267,727 miles (+2,449)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,727 miles
    Test number
    166318409101
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x 2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Wheel arches corroded

  9. Pass265,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    265,278 miles
    Test number
    171318190928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail265,278 miles (+2,661)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,278 miles
    Test number
    239639306485
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass262,617 miles (+36)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    262,617 miles
    Test number
    431509570293
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear bumper valance holed and corroded

  12. Fail262,581 miles (+2,057)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,581 miles
    Test number
    118126484719
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear bumper valance holed and corroded

  13. Pass260,524 miles (+4,266)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    260,524 miles
    Test number
    105708929179
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass256,258 miles (+3,863)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    256,258 miles
    Test number
    337713103734
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill slighty corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass252,395 miles (+5,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    252,395 miles
    Test number
    590206929334
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  16. Pass246,809 miles (+4,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    246,809 miles
    Test number
    666607013827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass241,855 miles (+6,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    241,855 miles
    Test number
    167592680064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass235,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    235,307 miles
    Test number
    268265005196
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail235,307 miles (+2,402)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,307 miles
    Test number
    615434805138
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass232,905 miles (-1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    232,905 miles
    Test number
    625145713329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass232,906 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    232,906 miles
    Test number
    216513612373
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass232,905 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    232,905 miles
    Test number
    587481711332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass232,903 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    232,903 miles
    Test number
    821809200303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass232,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    232,902 miles
    Test number
    754880119308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail232,902 miles (+639)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,902 miles
    Test number
    572328909322
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass232,263 miles (+4,373)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    232,263 miles
    Test number
    433024808460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass227,890 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    227,890 miles
    Test number
    634992697249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail227,889 miles (+17,931)5 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,889 miles
    Test number
    580811997239
    • DangerousExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass209,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    209,958 miles
    Test number
    272002216248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T496 WMA

Does T496 WMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T496 WMA is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T496 WMA?
The MOT on T496 WMA is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T496 WMA done?
T496 WMA was recorded at 270,963 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,046 miles a year.
Has T496 WMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T496 WMA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T496 WMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T496 WMA find?
T496 WMA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front inner wheel arch corroded not within prescibed area; offside rear floor corroded not in prescibed area; both front chassi legs corroded not within prescibed area.

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