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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T589 ANHMOT history

T589 ANH is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 220,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
220,005 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T589 ANH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T589 ANH was last recorded at 220,005 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 7,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2014: 16,557 miles, lower than 159,487 miles on 29 Nov 2013.

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
212,320 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,685 miles
Average per year
5,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,005 miles
  • 2025 – 212,320 miles
  • 2024 – 205,505 miles
  • 2023 – 201,000 miles
  • 2022 – 196,375 miles
  • 2021 – 190,982 miles
  • 2019 – 187,003 miles
  • 2018 – 179,268 miles
  • 2017 – 174,064 miles
  • 2016 – 169,875 miles
  • 2014 – 16,557 miles
  • 2013 – 159,487 miles
  • 2012 – 154,322 miles
  • 2011 – 145,321 miles
  • 2010 – 140,994 miles
  • 2009 – 133,331 miles
  • 2008 – 120,396 miles
  • 2007 – 113,026 miles
  • 2006 – 108,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail220,005 miles
  • DangerousRear Bumper likely to become detached bumper mountings corroded (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged/cracked

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.

  • Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail220,005 miles (+7,685)1 dangerous11 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,005 miles
    Test number
    353059724491
    • DangerousRear Bumper likely to become detached bumper mountings corroded (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged/cracked

  2. Pass212,320 miles (+105)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    212,320 miles
    Test number
    304008307319
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail212,215 miles (+6,710)1 dangerous4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,215 miles
    Test number
    254287944645
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass205,505 miles (+22)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    205,505 miles
    Test number
    810740991584
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail205,483 miles (+4,483)2 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,483 miles
    Test number
    643673417186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass201,000 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    201,000 miles
    Test number
    557184894168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle mount (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness on nearside rear brake caliper
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion left front door step

  7. Fail200,996 miles (+4,621)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,996 miles
    Test number
    876663965378
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle mount (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness on nearside rear brake caliper
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion left front door step

  8. Pass196,375 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    196,375 miles
    Test number
    846656539062
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail196,375 miles (+5,393)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,375 miles
    Test number
    895173668810
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass190,982 miles (+3,979)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    190,982 miles
    Test number
    391833638039
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear floor corroded

  11. Pass187,003 miles (+7,735)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    187,003 miles
    Test number
    541535718425
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass179,268 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    179,268 miles
    Test number
    331280818767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass174,064 miles (+4,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    174,064 miles
    Test number
    842644552363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight bind on o/s/r brake

  14. Pass169,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    169,875 miles
    Test number
    300278167042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly mishapped

  15. Fail169,869 miles (+153,312)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,869 miles
    Test number
    625974083471
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly mishapped

  16. Pass16,557 miles (-142,930)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    16,557 miles
    Test number
    248265124312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass159,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    159,487 miles
    Test number
    438073833379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail159,487 miles (+5,165)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,487 miles
    Test number
    768103433335
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass154,322 miles (+9,001)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    154,322 miles
    Test number
    859549232302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass145,321 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    145,321 miles
    Test number
    879158391270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass140,994 miles (+7,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    140,994 miles
    Test number
    393188490212
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass133,331 miles (+12,935)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    133,331 miles
    Test number
    940736089222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,396 miles (+7,370)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    120,396 miles
    Test number
    662915938252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass113,026 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    113,026 miles
    Test number
    761170897132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail108,704 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,704 miles
    Test number
    263062666289
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass108,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    108,704 miles
    Test number
    944052866213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T589 ANH

Does T589 ANH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T589 ANH expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T589 ANH?
The MOT on T589 ANH expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T589 ANH done?
T589 ANH was recorded at 220,005 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 5,680 miles a year.
Has T589 ANH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T589 ANH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T589 ANH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T589 ANH find?
T589 ANH failed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: rear bumper likely to become detached bumper mountings corroded; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 14 more.

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