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Volkswagen Multivan

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T56 RRDMOT history

T56 RRD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Multivan first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 312,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
312,076 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 RRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Multivan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 RRD was last recorded at 312,076 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2012: 16,989 miles, lower than 212,655 miles on 20 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
312,064 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
10,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 312,076 miles
  • 2022 – 304,346 miles
  • 2021 – 299,082 miles
  • 2019 – 288,756 miles
  • 2018 – 281,383 miles
  • 2017 – 273,276 miles
  • 2016 – 264,660 miles
  • 2015 – 251,257 miles
  • 2014 – 241,712 miles
  • 2013 – 233,499 miles
  • 2012 – 216,990 miles
  • 2011 – 212,655 miles
  • 2009 – 210,027 miles
  • 2008 – 188,366 miles
  • 2007 – 164,046 miles
  • 2006 – 135,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass312,076 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front headlamp lens stonechip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sill areas corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass312,076 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    312,076 miles
    Test number
    618968557485
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail312,064 miles (+7,718)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    312,064 miles
    Test number
    512302992164
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass304,346 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    304,346 miles
    Test number
    600838520356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail304,264 miles (+5,182)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,264 miles
    Test number
    109443860939
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle section chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass299,082 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    299,082 miles
    Test number
    210283656869
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp lens stonechip
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sill areas corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail299,080 miles (+10,324)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,080 miles
    Test number
    927732314163
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasis area in inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp lens stonechip
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sill areas corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass288,756 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    288,756 miles
    Test number
    163114780494
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail288,756 miles (+7,373)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,756 miles
    Test number
    463385600652
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass281,383 miles (+8,107)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    281,383 miles
    Test number
    577779890740
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil light flash when start the car up.

  10. Pass273,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    273,276 miles
    Test number
    651755005653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail273,273 miles (+8,613)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,273 miles
    Test number
    726833569924
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  12. Pass264,660 miles (+373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    264,660 miles
    Test number
    248757019221
    • AdvisoryCoolant light flashing intermitantly
    • AdvisoryNS headlamp lense cracked
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre bald on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail264,287 miles (+13,030)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,287 miles
    Test number
    118908655461
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant light flashing intermitantly
    • AdvisoryNS headlamp lense cracked
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre bald on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass251,257 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    251,257 miles
    Test number
    686035075138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail251,237 miles (+9,525)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,237 miles
    Test number
    229644875452
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass241,712 miles (+8,213)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    241,712 miles
    Test number
    715620954104
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass233,499 miles (+16,509)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    233,499 miles
    Test number
    833934961598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight play in offside front track rod inner ball joint ball joint

  18. Pass216,990 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    216,990 miles
    Test number
    386891782181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteHole in nearside headlamp lens
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteWiper blades split
    • NotePower steering fluid on min

  19. Fail16,989 miles (-195,666)1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,989 miles
    Test number
    549981382111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteHole in nearside headlamp lens
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteWiper blades split
    • NotePower steering fluid on min

  20. Pass212,655 miles6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    212,655 miles
    Test number
    396580641192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine smokey
    • NoteExhaust front mounting poor
    • NoteNearside front side light dim + nearside headlight slight damage
    • NoteNearside rear light lens poor
    • NoteOil leak engine area

  21. Fail212,655 miles (+2,628)1 repaired6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,655 miles
    Test number
    869630841197
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine smokey
    • NoteExhaust front mounting poor
    • NoteNearside front side light dim + nearside headlight slight damage
    • NoteNearside rear light lens poor
    • NoteOil leak engine area

  22. Pass210,027 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    210,027 miles
    Test number
    201307699412
    • NoteNearside front wheel damaged at inner edge.
    • NoteOiliness to underside of vehicle.
    • NoteWindscreen chipped.

  23. Fail210,027 miles (+21,661)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,027 miles
    Test number
    652076699114
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front wheel damaged at inner edge.
    • NoteOiliness to underside of vehicle.
    • NoteWindscreen chipped.

  24. Pass188,366 miles (+24,320)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    188,366 miles
    Test number
    813734508230
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing at inner edge and close to limit.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack.

  25. Pass164,046 miles (+28,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    164,046 miles
    Test number
    230223197463
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass135,506 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    135,506 miles
    Test number
    713787706259
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T56 RRD

Does T56 RRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 RRD expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 RRD?
The MOT on T56 RRD expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 RRD done?
T56 RRD was recorded at 312,076 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 10,724 miles a year.
Has T56 RRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 RRD has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T56 RRD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T56 RRD find?
T56 RRD passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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