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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T636 VJNMOT history

T636 VJN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 196,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
196,515 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T636 VJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T636 VJN was last recorded at 196,515 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 2,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2012: 160,214 miles, lower than 160,556 miles on 26 Aug 2011.

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
194,097 miles · 6 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,418 miles
Average per year
4,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 196,515 miles
  • 2022 – 194,097 miles
  • 2021 – 192,548 miles
  • 2019 – 188,480 miles
  • 2018 – 185,210 miles
  • 2017 – 182,198 miles
  • 2016 – 176,179 miles
  • 2015 – 168,880 miles
  • 2012 – 160,214 miles
  • 2011 – 160,556 miles
  • 2010 – 154,913 miles
  • 2009 – 152,645 miles
  • 2008 – 150,018 miles
  • 2007 – 140,260 miles
  • 2006 – 124,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,515 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,515 miles (+2,418)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    196,515 miles
    Test number
    762431522208
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass194,097 miles (+1,549)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    194,097 miles
    Test number
    833633655309
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass192,548 miles (+4,068)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    192,548 miles
    Test number
    182018889285
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass188,480 miles (+3,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    188,480 miles
    Test number
    572523747224
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass185,210 miles (+3,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    185,210 miles
    Test number
    346312332616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass182,198 miles (+6,019)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    182,198 miles
    Test number
    971985575086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  7. Pass176,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    176,179 miles
    Test number
    910870017311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail176,175 miles (+7,295)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,175 miles
    Test number
    283990700198
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass168,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    168,880 miles
    Test number
    979163065033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail168,871 miles (+8,657)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,871 miles
    Test number
    649333565059
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass160,214 miles (-342)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    160,214 miles
    Test number
    376696142499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusty

  12. Pass160,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    160,556 miles
    Test number
    726648731277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail160,551 miles (+5,638)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,551 miles
    Test number
    247178631250
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass154,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    154,913 miles
    Test number
    450307940022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail154,913 miles (+2,268)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,913 miles
    Test number
    910337340022
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass152,645 miles (+2,627)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    152,645 miles
    Test number
    441922979021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass150,018 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    150,018 miles
    Test number
    943150178022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail149,706 miles (+9,446)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,706 miles
    Test number
    143177258091
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass140,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    140,260 miles
    Test number
    111262857414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail140,247 miles (+15,668)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,247 miles
    Test number
    552642957061
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass124,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    124,579 miles
    Test number
    612320336042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T636 VJN

Does T636 VJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T636 VJN expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T636 VJN?
The MOT on T636 VJN expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T636 VJN done?
T636 VJN was recorded at 196,515 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 4,070 miles a year.
Has T636 VJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T636 VJN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on T636 VJN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T636 VJN find?
T636 VJN passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 9 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 6 more.

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