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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T538 UPPMOT history

T538 UPP is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 1 of 3 MOT tests, with 230,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
230,877 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
3
1 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 UPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T538 UPP was last recorded at 230,877 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 10,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,273 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
10,604 miles
Average per year
8,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 230,877 miles
  • 2022 – 220,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail230,877 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged Rubbing on inner wheel rim (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Rubbing on inner wheel rim (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension mount/housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both fronts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

3 tests since 3 Oct 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail230,877 miles (+10,604)2 dangerous14 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,877 miles
    Test number
    178064248226
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged Rubbing on inner wheel rim (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Rubbing on inner wheel rim (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension mount/housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both fronts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass220,273 miles (+8)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    220,273 miles
    Test number
    242959024928
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail220,265 miles1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,265 miles
    Test number
    676816153757
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about T538 UPP

Does T538 UPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T538 UPP expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T538 UPP?
The MOT on T538 UPP expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T538 UPP done?
T538 UPP was recorded at 230,877 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 8,931 miles a year.
Has T538 UPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 UPP has failed 2 of its 3 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T538 UPP 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 T538 UPP find?
T538 UPP failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 14 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 24 more.

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