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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T596 GJFMOT history

T596 GJF is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 273,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
273,424 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T596 GJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T596 GJF was last recorded at 273,424 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 10,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
263,231 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,193 miles
Average per year
7,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 273,424 miles
  • 2025 – 263,231 miles
  • 2024 – 256,707 miles
  • 2023 – 248,233 miles
  • 2022 – 239,460 miles
  • 2021 – 231,822 miles
  • 2020 – 224,470 miles
  • 2019 – 213,383 miles
  • 2018 – 206,166 miles
  • 2017 – 195,628 miles
  • 2016 – 186,057 miles
  • 2015 – 175,579 miles
  • 2014 – 164,401 miles
  • 2013 – 156,203 miles
  • 2012 – 154,977 miles
  • 2011 – 150,675 miles
  • 2010 – 140,821 miles
  • 2009 – 132,115 miles
  • 2007 – 128,483 miles
  • 2006 – 121,926 miles
  • 2005 – 118,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass273,424 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass273,424 miles (+10,193)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    273,424 miles
    Test number
    933200578405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass263,231 miles (+6,524)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    263,231 miles
    Test number
    119406968954
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear arch corroded

  3. Pass256,707 miles (+8,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    256,707 miles
    Test number
    367468935988
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass248,233 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    248,233 miles
    Test number
    558526987126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail248,168 miles (+8,708)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,168 miles
    Test number
    246566278668
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt of the wrong type Centre row (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass239,460 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    239,460 miles
    Test number
    633166354274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail239,452 miles (+7,630)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,452 miles
    Test number
    519270468819
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Of the sill holed within 30cm of rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass231,822 miles (+7,352)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    231,822 miles
    Test number
    445344099073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass224,470 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    224,470 miles
    Test number
    870092068048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail224,244 miles (+10,861)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,244 miles
    Test number
    849499694037
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass213,383 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    213,383 miles
    Test number
    834600010684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside slightly corroded

  12. Fail213,383 miles (+7,217)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,383 miles
    Test number
    901983418010
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside slightly corroded

  13. Pass206,166 miles (+10,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    206,166 miles
    Test number
    916955209112
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper-blade worn on inspection
    • AdvisoryPresence of fluid on or around fuel pump , no evident leaks

  14. Pass195,628 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    195,628 miles
    Test number
    793976581922
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  15. Fail195,627 miles (+9,570)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,627 miles
    Test number
    285428285099
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  16. Pass186,057 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    186,057 miles
    Test number
    166148098133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,013 miles (+10,434)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,013 miles
    Test number
    577832915555
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass175,579 miles (+11,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    175,579 miles
    Test number
    776720475005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass164,401 miles (+8,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    164,401 miles
    Test number
    875376574071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass156,203 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    156,203 miles
    Test number
    147746553417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass154,977 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    154,977 miles
    Test number
    628324732010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail154,971 miles (+4,296)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,971 miles
    Test number
    807746822059
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  23. Pass150,675 miles (+9,854)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    150,675 miles
    Test number
    149456921052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass140,821 miles (+8,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    140,821 miles
    Test number
    662396900067
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass132,115 miles (+3,632)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    132,115 miles
    Test number
    280572909037
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack tie rod

  26. Pass128,483 miles (+6,557)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    128,483 miles
    Test number
    454678347435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass121,926 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    121,926 miles
    Test number
    442641846373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass118,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    118,793 miles
    Test number
    562202445352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T596 GJF

Does T596 GJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T596 GJF is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T596 GJF?
The MOT on T596 GJF is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T596 GJF done?
T596 GJF was recorded at 273,424 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 7,596 miles a year.
Has T596 GJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T596 GJF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T596 GJF 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 T596 GJF find?
T596 GJF passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s, and 3 more.

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