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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T598 OAYMOT history

T598 OAY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 167,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
167,002 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T598 OAY
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
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T598 OAY was last recorded at 167,002 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 1,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,083 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,919 miles
Average per year
4,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,002 miles
  • 2025 – 165,083 miles
  • 2024 – 162,080 miles
  • 2023 – 158,264 miles
  • 2022 – 155,010 miles
  • 2021 – 150,910 miles
  • 2020 – 148,314 miles
  • 2019 – 146,222 miles
  • 2018 – 144,047 miles
  • 2017 – 142,423 miles
  • 2016 – 140,045 miles
  • 2015 – 137,923 miles
  • 2014 – 135,258 miles
  • 2013 – 132,713 miles
  • 2012 – 128,696 miles
  • 2011 – 124,394 miles
  • 2010 – 117,877 miles
  • 2009 – 107,894 miles
  • 2008 – 97,115 miles
  • 2007 – 87,115 miles
  • 2006 – 79,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,002 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess centre handbrake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,002 miles (+1,919)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    167,002 miles
    Test number
    968738382433
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess centre handbrake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass165,083 miles (+3,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,083 miles
    Test number
    630829207298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,080 miles (+3,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    162,080 miles
    Test number
    401729372179
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess front handbrake cable starting to fray (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass158,264 miles (+3,254)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    158,264 miles
    Test number
    836840234440
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear, rear section very rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to deteriate

  5. Pass155,010 miles (+4,100)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    155,010 miles
    Test number
    537569038648
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake has a slight bind and has been hot at some point

  6. Pass150,910 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,910 miles
    Test number
    981236418932
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail150,908 miles (+2,594)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,908 miles
    Test number
    790047996322
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass148,314 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    148,314 miles
    Test number
    768082135161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail148,294 miles (+2,072)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,294 miles
    Test number
    388785741599
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass146,222 miles (+2,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    146,222 miles
    Test number
    272066279672
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass144,047 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    144,047 miles
    Test number
    266574572848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,423 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    142,423 miles
    Test number
    918837579513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,045 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,045 miles
    Test number
    808340026003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,043 miles (+2,120)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,043 miles
    Test number
    758725906144
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass137,923 miles (+2,665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137,923 miles
    Test number
    117789785489
    • NoteN/s/f brake judder on limit and front pads getting low

  16. Pass135,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    135,258 miles
    Test number
    286857384001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail135,258 miles (+2,545)2 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,258 miles
    Test number
    186964484480
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass132,713 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    132,713 miles
    Test number
    995287883074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteGEARBOX NOISEY

  19. Fail132,713 miles (+4,017)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,713 miles
    Test number
    878954383021
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteGEARBOX NOISEY

  20. Pass128,696 miles (+4,302)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    128,696 miles
    Test number
    498582772051
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front brake disc's worn

  21. Pass124,394 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    124,394 miles
    Test number
    506736971068
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's worn

  22. Fail124,394 miles (+6,517)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,394 miles
    Test number
    958379461020
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's worn

  23. Pass117,877 miles (+9,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    117,877 miles
    Test number
    861150470080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass107,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    640346379091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail107,894 miles (+10,779)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    484995079001
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass97,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,115 miles
    Test number
    213807178012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    350864678005
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass87,115 miles (+7,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    87,115 miles
    Test number
    823497667033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass79,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    79,363 miles
    Test number
    921012176041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T598 OAY

Does T598 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T598 OAY is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T598 OAY?
The MOT on T598 OAY is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T598 OAY done?
T598 OAY was recorded at 167,002 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,284 miles a year.
Has T598 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T598 OAY has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T598 OAY 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 T598 OAY find?
T598 OAY passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central brake cable damaged but not to excess centre handbrake cable frayed, and 6 more.

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