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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T642 JGWMOT history

T642 JGW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 158,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
158,314 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T642 JGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T642 JGW was last recorded at 158,314 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,009 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
305 miles
Average per year
3,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,314 miles
  • 2024 – 158,009 miles
  • 2023 – 150,797 miles
  • 2022 – 144,008 miles
  • 2021 – 138,352 miles
  • 2020 – 134,135 miles
  • 2019 – 126,948 miles
  • 2018 – 120,185 miles
  • 2017 – 118,597 miles
  • 2016 – 117,136 miles
  • 2014 – 114,595 miles
  • 2013 – 111,435 miles
  • 2012 – 107,209 miles
  • 2011 – 103,482 miles
  • 2010 – 101,538 miles
  • 2009 – 101,215 miles
  • 2008 – 96,870 miles
  • 2007 – 91,409 miles
  • 2006 – 84,721 miles
  • 2005 – 78,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body corrosion under vehicle

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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,314 miles (+305)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    158,314 miles
    Test number
    624309931096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body corrosion under vehicle

  2. Pass158,009 miles (+7,212)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,009 miles
    Test number
    959724164119
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to underside of vehicle (non structural)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,797 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,797 miles
    Test number
    745595565319
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail150,797 miles (+6,789)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,797 miles
    Test number
    828319184426
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,008 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,008 miles
    Test number
    684096405903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,352 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,352 miles
    Test number
    737536217692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to body and chassis

  7. Fail138,352 miles (+4,217)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,352 miles
    Test number
    894754218622
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to body and chassis

  8. Pass134,135 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,135 miles
    Test number
    867043019442
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sill panel corroded just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  9. Fail134,135 miles (+7,187)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,135 miles
    Test number
    240576881016
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sill panel corroded just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  10. Pass126,948 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,948 miles
    Test number
    458372544288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting floor (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded

  11. Fail126,925 miles (+6,740)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,925 miles
    Test number
    746853480036
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch / step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting floor (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded

  12. Pass120,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,185 miles
    Test number
    461238382834
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail120,185 miles (+1,588)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,185 miles
    Test number
    401106739676
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt missing LOCK PART OF BELT (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass118,597 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,597 miles
    Test number
    411713046135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,593 miles (+1,457)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,593 miles
    Test number
    924228635988
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill areas (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass117,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    117,136 miles
    Test number
    760117515933
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED & BLOWING
    • AdvisoryLOW EFFORT FROM OS HANDBRAKE

  17. Fail117,136 miles (+2,541)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,136 miles
    Test number
    162424009833
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing BOTH FOR REAR SEAT (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED & BLOWING
    • AdvisoryLOW EFFORT FROM OS HANDBRAKE

  18. Pass114,595 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    114,595 miles
    Test number
    876083544328
    • NoteMinor exhaust blow from cat at front

  19. Fail114,594 miles (+3,159)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    976052344363
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteMinor exhaust blow from cat at front

  20. Pass111,435 miles (+5)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,435 miles
    Test number
    549037343325
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F under sil corroded ( not load bearing )
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail111,430 miles (+4,221)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    756373343315
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs very corroded .
    • NoteN/S/F under sil corroded ( not load bearing )
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass107,209 miles (+1)8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    737249342319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres devoid of tread on inner & outer edges .
    • NoteN/S/F tyre devoid of tread on inner & outer edges .
    • NoteNail in outer edge of N/S/F tyre .
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust front silencer .
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs very corroded .

  23. Fail107,208 miles (+3,726)8 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,208 miles
    Test number
    949206642372
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres devoid of tread on inner & outer edges .
    • NoteN/S/F tyre devoid of tread on inner & outer edges .
    • NoteNail in outer edge of N/S/F tyre .
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust front silencer .
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs very corroded .

  24. Pass103,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,482 miles
    Test number
    878114001372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail103,482 miles (+1,944)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,482 miles
    Test number
    926484701328
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass101,538 miles (+323)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    101,538 miles
    Test number
    642082010306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
    • NoteAll brake discs starting to corrode
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteNs mirror has damage nsf indicator lens cracked ns outer sill corroded

  27. Pass101,215 miles (+4,345)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    492925569210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass96,870 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    96,870 miles
    Test number
    343834508325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  29. Fail96,870 miles (+5,461)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,870 miles
    Test number
    241102608378
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  30. Pass91,409 miles (+6,688)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    91,409 miles
    Test number
    804236897232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in steering mechanism

  31. Pass84,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    220179396247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Fail84,721 miles (+6,483)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    493479396217
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front tyre nailed + leaking

  33. Pass78,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    350398895288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail78,238 miles4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    534387395252
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall slightly damaged
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T642 JGW

Does T642 JGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T642 JGW is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T642 JGW?
The MOT on T642 JGW is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T642 JGW done?
T642 JGW was recorded at 158,314 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 3,843 miles a year.
Has T642 JGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T642 JGW has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T642 JGW 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 T642 JGW find?
T642 JGW passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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