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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T531 OWEMOT history

T531 OWE is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,684 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T531 OWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T531 OWE was last recorded at 81,684 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 1,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,534 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,150 miles
Average per year
2,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,684 miles
  • 2025 – 80,534 miles
  • 2024 – 78,657 miles
  • 2023 – 74,752 miles
  • 2022 – 71,644 miles
  • 2021 – 69,539 miles
  • 2020 – 66,002 miles
  • 2019 – 63,186 miles
  • 2018 – 61,415 miles
  • 2017 – 55,226 miles
  • 2016 – 51,481 miles
  • 2015 – 48,312 miles
  • 2014 – 43,932 miles
  • 2013 – 42,179 miles
  • 2012 – 38,961 miles
  • 2011 – 35,059 miles
  • 2010 – 32,853 miles
  • 2009 – 30,592 miles
  • 2008 – 28,046 miles
  • 2007 – 25,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,684 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear underbody seat support corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,684 miles (+1,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,684 miles
    Test number
    447419656062
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody seat support corroded

  2. Pass80,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,534 miles
    Test number
    385329045395
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail80,531 miles (+1,874)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,531 miles
    Test number
    816503001781
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass78,657 miles (+3,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,657 miles
    Test number
    135152195008
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass74,752 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    559583445495
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail74,752 miles (+3,108)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    879528846391
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass71,644 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,644 miles
    Test number
    902094076670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,539 miles (+3,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,539 miles
    Test number
    403429439826
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass66,002 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,002 miles
    Test number
    253320527797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,186 miles (+1,771)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    217753436480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield

  11. Pass61,415 miles (+6,189)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,415 miles
    Test number
    637327630049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,226 miles (+3,745)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,226 miles
    Test number
    311984567411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,481 miles
    Test number
    664871676186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,481 miles (+3,169)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,481 miles
    Test number
    106582129741
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass48,312 miles (+4,380)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,312 miles
    Test number
    225615345278
    • NoteFront index plate

  16. Pass43,932 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    43,932 miles
    Test number
    486680944265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,179 miles (+3,218)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,179 miles
    Test number
    658294453297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,961 miles (+3,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,961 miles
    Test number
    708365852295
    • NoteAdvise slight exhaust blow where bandage is at front.?

  19. Pass35,059 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    187498321083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,853 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,853 miles
    Test number
    213308520039
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass32,853 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,853 miles
    Test number
    844018020070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,592 miles
    Test number
    424614819063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,592 miles (+2,546)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,592 miles
    Test number
    542984319090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass28,046 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,046 miles
    Test number
    193676118075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,661 miles
    Test number
    512507617059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T531 OWE

Does T531 OWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T531 OWE is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T531 OWE?
The MOT on T531 OWE is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T531 OWE done?
T531 OWE was recorded at 81,684 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 2,864 miles a year.
Has T531 OWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T531 OWE has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T531 OWE 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 T531 OWE find?
T531 OWE passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear underbody seat support corroded.

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