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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T521 JNFMOT history

T521 JNF is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 112,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,655 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T521 JNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T521 JNF was last recorded at 112,655 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,897 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,758 miles
Average per year
3,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,655 miles
  • 2025 – 110,897 miles
  • 2024 – 108,788 miles
  • 2023 – 107,794 miles
  • 2022 – 107,460 miles
  • 2021 – 107,400 miles
  • 2019 – 106,206 miles
  • 2018 – 103,762 miles
  • 2017 – 102,131 miles
  • 2016 – 100,051 miles
  • 2015 – 97,409 miles
  • 2014 – 94,319 miles
  • 2013 – 89,642 miles
  • 2012 – 78,929 miles
  • 2011 – 68,875 miles
  • 2010 – 59,958 miles
  • 2009 – 52,208 miles
  • 2008 – 44,396 miles
  • 2007 – 37,774 miles
  • 2006 – 33,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,655 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust rusty/corroded but not leaking - centre/rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,655 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    780698591104
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail112,655 miles (+1,758)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    446597560439
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass110,897 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    110,897 miles
    Test number
    482681260696
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty/corroded but not leaking - centre/rear

  4. Fail110,888 miles (+2,100)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,888 miles
    Test number
    877430127542
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill and side door step holed and corroded under vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty/corroded but not leaking - centre/rear

  5. Pass108,788 miles (+994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,788 miles
    Test number
    284322750766
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty/corroded - centre and rear

  6. Pass107,794 miles (+334)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    107,794 miles
    Test number
    698451854602
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spare (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass107,460 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,460 miles
    Test number
    243396446799
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail107,456 miles (+56)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,456 miles
    Test number
    428850261880
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass107,400 miles (+1,194)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    175860012705
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Pass106,206 miles (+2,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,206 miles
    Test number
    124390285840
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack or drumsticks .

  11. Pass103,762 miles (+1,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,762 miles
    Test number
    762558983098
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering drumstick joints .

  12. Pass102,131 miles (+2,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,131 miles
    Test number
    514651893547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass100,051 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    938301321787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,409 miles (+3,090)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,409 miles
    Test number
    267762935403
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre age cracked.

  15. Pass94,319 miles (+4,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    186454034104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass89,642 miles (+20)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,642 miles
    Test number
    459434613108
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing close to legal limit

  17. Fail89,622 miles (+10,693)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,622 miles
    Test number
    298813713404
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing close to legal limit

  18. Pass78,929 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,929 miles
    Test number
    445761312180
    • NoteTow Bar electrics L H indicator not working

  19. Fail78,928 miles (+10,053)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,928 miles
    Test number
    347520512111
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteTow Bar electrics L H indicator not working

  20. Pass68,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    626954821106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,875 miles (+8,917)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    636054721154
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass59,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,958 miles
    Test number
    132946210132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,958 miles (+7,750)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,958 miles
    Test number
    343916910172
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass52,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    752708229141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,208 miles (+7,812)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    384506629117
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  26. Pass44,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,396 miles
    Test number
    173416438168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,396 miles (+6,622)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,396 miles
    Test number
    944716738184
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass37,774 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    641998817177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail37,771 miles (+4,348)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,771 miles
    Test number
    924819307193
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass33,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,423 miles
    Test number
    380481006130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T521 JNF

Does T521 JNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T521 JNF is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T521 JNF?
The MOT on T521 JNF is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T521 JNF done?
T521 JNF was recorded at 112,655 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 3,900 miles a year.
Has T521 JNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T521 JNF has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T521 JNF 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 T521 JNF find?
T521 JNF passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 1 more.

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