Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T656 DBWMOT history

T656 DBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 229,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
229,706 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,087 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T656 DBW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T656 DBW
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 DBW was last recorded at 229,706 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,012 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,694 miles
Average per year
5,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,706 miles
  • 2025 – 227,012 miles
  • 2024 – 223,292 miles
  • 2023 – 219,460 miles
  • 2022 – 216,317 miles
  • 2019 – 214,795 miles
  • 2018 – 207,204 miles
  • 2017 – 200,743 miles
  • 2016 – 187,018 miles
  • 2015 – 176,210 miles
  • 2014 – 166,630 miles
  • 2013 – 150,783 miles
  • 2012 – 144,012 miles
  • 2011 – 143,623 miles
  • 2010 – 141,830 miles
  • 2009 – 138,870 miles
  • 2008 – 136,937 miles
  • 2007 – 131,090 miles
  • 2006 – 126,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,706 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,706 miles (+2,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    229,706 miles
    Test number
    765538979810
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  2. Pass227,012 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    227,012 miles
    Test number
    292578234972
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail226,994 miles (+3,702)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,994 miles
    Test number
    275851388452
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass223,292 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    223,292 miles
    Test number
    779509650680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail223,287 miles (+3,827)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,287 miles
    Test number
    420942238161
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Around cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass219,460 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    219,460 miles
    Test number
    232009062736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass216,317 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    216,317 miles
    Test number
    763387892467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass214,795 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    214,795 miles
    Test number
    502481013288
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose

  9. Fail214,769 miles (+7,565)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,769 miles
    Test number
    655704488436
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose

  10. Pass207,204 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    207,204 miles
    Test number
    575898136163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail207,204 miles (+6,461)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,204 miles
    Test number
    960433159695
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass200,743 miles (+114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    200,743 miles
    Test number
    992114677673
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  13. Fail200,629 miles (+13,611)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,629 miles
    Test number
    949090318353
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  14. Pass187,018 miles (+10,808)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    187,018 miles
    Test number
    459597442832
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES BALD ON INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass176,210 miles (+1)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    176,210 miles
    Test number
    387487015423
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 2mm
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints

  16. Fail176,209 miles (+9,579)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,209 miles
    Test number
    656676815242
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on inner
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 2mm
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints

  17. Pass166,630 miles (+1)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    166,630 miles
    Test number
    565084604293
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2mm and worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3mm
    • NoteSlight play in front anti roll bar droplink bushes
    • NoteSlight play in front suspension lower ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints

  18. Fail166,629 miles (+15,846)3 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,629 miles
    Test number
    675613604293
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2mm and worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3mm
    • NoteSlight play in front anti roll bar droplink bushes
    • NoteSlight play in front suspension lower ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints

  19. Pass150,783 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    150,783 miles
    Test number
    366471223228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail150,783 miles (+6,771)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,783 miles
    Test number
    726019413285
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass144,012 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    144,012 miles
    Test number
    947943762245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail144,011 miles (+388)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,011 miles
    Test number
    885101652264
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  23. Pass143,623 miles (+1,793)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    143,623 miles
    Test number
    835499861193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteRear number plate lights not working effectively.

  24. Pass141,830 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    141,830 miles
    Test number
    961030070138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail141,809 miles (+2,939)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,809 miles
    Test number
    222489960198
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  26. Pass138,870 miles (+1,933)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    138,870 miles
    Test number
    713340049106
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S/Rear Tyre has cracks on inner sidewall.

  27. Pass136,937 miles (+5,847)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    136,937 miles
    Test number
    194478728118
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass131,090 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    131,090 miles
    Test number
    684114327118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail126,222 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,222 miles
    Test number
    223438826459
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  30. Pass126,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    126,222 miles
    Test number
    583378626190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T656 DBW

Does T656 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T656 DBW is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T656 DBW?
The MOT on T656 DBW is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T656 DBW done?
T656 DBW was recorded at 229,706 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,087 miles a year.
Has T656 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 DBW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T656 DBW 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 T656 DBW find?
T656 DBW passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: brake cable damaged but not to excess.

Related registrations

Browse all T656 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.