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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T683 ALMMOT history

T683 ALM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 218,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
218,418 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T683 ALM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T683 ALM was last recorded at 218,418 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,371 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
9,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,418 miles
  • 2024 – 209,975 miles
  • 2023 – 200,017 miles
  • 2022 – 191,303 miles
  • 2021 – 182,207 miles
  • 2020 – 173,902 miles
  • 2019 – 163,359 miles
  • 2018 – 148,303 miles
  • 2017 – 134,644 miles
  • 2016 – 120,574 miles
  • 2015 – 106,723 miles
  • 2014 – 93,028 miles
  • 2013 – 78,991 miles
  • 2012 – 63,246 miles
  • 2011 – 52,336 miles
  • 2010 – 50,110 miles
  • 2009 – 48,389 miles
  • 2008 – 46,453 miles
  • 2007 – 44,687 miles
  • 2006 – 42,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,418 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn thin (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • N/s/f outer cv boot worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,418 miles (+47)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    218,418 miles
    Test number
    582071804272
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn thin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail218,371 miles (+8,396)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,371 miles
    Test number
    932643162617
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn thin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass209,975 miles (+9,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    209,975 miles
    Test number
    369614009314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer cv boot worn

  4. Pass200,017 miles (+149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    200,017 miles
    Test number
    214875735806
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer cv boot worn

  5. Fail199,868 miles (+8,565)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,868 miles
    Test number
    371744821393
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer cv boot worn

  6. Pass191,303 miles (+114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,303 miles
    Test number
    478714631698
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f ball joint boot worn

  7. Fail191,189 miles (+8,982)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,189 miles
    Test number
    586816847481
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split open (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated wear patch and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass182,207 miles (+8,305)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    182,207 miles
    Test number
    843988600633
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake performance noted to be less efficient.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass173,902 miles (+10,543)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,902 miles
    Test number
    332628006257
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass163,359 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,359 miles
    Test number
    825766664943
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail163,359 miles (+15,056)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,359 miles
    Test number
    174116829139
    • Repaired at testRear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Bulb wrongly fitted giving stop lamp intensity to lamps (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass148,303 miles (+13,659)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    148,303 miles
    Test number
    866782086928
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass134,644 miles (+14,070)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    134,644 miles
    Test number
    880164989685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  14. Pass120,574 miles (+13,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,574 miles
    Test number
    691914787619
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  15. Pass106,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,723 miles
    Test number
    634300837390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail106,723 miles (+13,695)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,723 miles
    Test number
    933156239371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail93,028 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,028 miles
    Test number
    109641684221
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass93,028 miles (+14,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,028 miles
    Test number
    606291484226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass78,991 miles (+15,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,991 miles
    Test number
    319007763262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass63,246 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,246 miles
    Test number
    335398432453
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front headlamp chipped (water in headlamp)

  21. Fail63,246 miles (+10,910)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,246 miles
    Test number
    426428932284
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front headlamp chipped (water in headlamp)

  22. Pass52,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,336 miles
    Test number
    508742221214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,336 miles (+2,226)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,336 miles
    Test number
    937692221292
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass50,110 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,110 miles
    Test number
    923723330259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,088 miles (+1,699)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,088 miles
    Test number
    994959520219
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  26. Pass48,389 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,389 miles
    Test number
    271080239251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,453 miles (+1,766)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,453 miles
    Test number
    273977148226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,687 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,687 miles
    Test number
    590365517234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    254019726268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail42,753 miles (+5)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    973989826263
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  31. Fail42,748 miles4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,748 miles
    Test number
    370066426446
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteThe o/s front tyre has cuts in the side wall.
    • NoteThe o/s headlamp is cracked.
    • NoteThe rear tyres are wearing on the edges.

Questions about T683 ALM

Does T683 ALM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T683 ALM is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T683 ALM?
The MOT on T683 ALM is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T683 ALM done?
T683 ALM was recorded at 218,418 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 9,100 miles a year.
Has T683 ALM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T683 ALM has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T683 ALM 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 T683 ALM find?
T683 ALM passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front outer suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush, and 7 more.

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