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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T688 UAAMOT history

T688 UAA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
152,618 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T688 UAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T688 UAA was last recorded at 152,618 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,616 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,618 miles
  • 2024 – 149,954 miles
  • 2023 – 146,940 miles
  • 2022 – 144,328 miles
  • 2021 – 142,037 miles
  • 2020 – 139,521 miles
  • 2019 – 135,275 miles
  • 2015 – 135,270 miles
  • 2011 – 135,263 miles
  • 2010 – 127,994 miles
  • 2009 – 121,874 miles
  • 2008 – 112,670 miles
  • 2007 – 105,108 miles
  • 2006 – 96,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,618 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,618 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    152,618 miles
    Test number
    138769989547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail152,616 miles (+2,662)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,616 miles
    Test number
    109821402207
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass149,954 miles (+62)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,954 miles
    Test number
    129806503718
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail149,892 miles (+2,952)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,892 miles
    Test number
    171251899555
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass146,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,940 miles
    Test number
    162459726871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail146,939 miles (+2,611)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,939 miles
    Test number
    316620830586
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass144,328 miles (+2,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    144,328 miles
    Test number
    842655199902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,037 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,037 miles
    Test number
    987859219253
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail142,022 miles (+2,501)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,022 miles
    Test number
    297009359543
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass139,521 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    139,521 miles
    Test number
    386249367433
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside track rod end

  11. Pass135,275 miles (+5)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,275 miles
    Test number
    526636691833
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass135,270 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,270 miles
    Test number
    229322435123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,263 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,263 miles
    Test number
    886339211362
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar bush slight worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyrewall scuffed
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush splitting
    • NoteO/s/r light lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3mm tread
    • NotePlay in both steering rack arms

  14. Fail135,263 miles (+7,269)3 dangerous8 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,263 miles
    Test number
    508533611381
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar bush slight worn
    • NoteO/s/f tyrewall scuffed
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush splitting
    • NoteO/s/r light lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3mm tread
    • NotePlay in both steering rack arms

  15. Pass127,994 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,994 miles
    Test number
    501878950164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail127,991 miles (+6,117)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,991 miles
    Test number
    200162950151
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  17. Pass121,874 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    121,874 miles
    Test number
    600790159119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail121,862 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,862 miles
    Test number
    152109949156
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    554126958148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    573992358157
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail112,670 miles (+7,562)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    653241458150
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass105,108 miles (+8,324)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    105,108 miles
    Test number
    290351457105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    234831056428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T688 UAA

Does T688 UAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T688 UAA is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T688 UAA?
The MOT on T688 UAA is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T688 UAA done?
T688 UAA was recorded at 152,618 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,860 miles a year.
Has T688 UAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T688 UAA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T688 UAA 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 T688 UAA find?
T688 UAA passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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