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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T689 SASMOT history

T689 SAS is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 287,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
287,128 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T689 SAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T689 SAS was last recorded at 287,128 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 4,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
282,818 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,310 miles
Average per year
5,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 287,128 miles
  • 2024 – 282,818 miles
  • 2023 – 277,550 miles
  • 2022 – 273,993 miles
  • 2021 – 268,499 miles
  • 2020 – 266,928 miles
  • 2018 – 265,749 miles
  • 2017 – 263,774 miles
  • 2016 – 262,121 miles
  • 2015 – 262,110 miles
  • 2013 – 260,380 miles
  • 2012 – 250,148 miles
  • 2011 – 242,154 miles
  • 2010 – 233,260 miles
  • 2009 – 225,812 miles
  • 2008 – 217,147 miles
  • 2007 – 196,624 miles
  • 2006 – 179,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail287,128 miles
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorSteering component deformed rack mounting bushes (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded not within prescribed area

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail287,128 miles (+4,310)1 dangerous9 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,128 miles
    Test number
    701997557105
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering component deformed rack mounting bushes (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded not within prescribed area
  2. Pass282,818 miles (+5,268)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    282,818 miles
    Test number
    323555381076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear underside of vehicle has underseal/waxoyl in various places
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear shock absorber mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass277,550 miles (+3,557)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    277,550 miles
    Test number
    445104699969
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n s f and o s f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n s f o s f upper and lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySections of underside coated in protection oil at time of test
  4. Pass273,993 miles (+5,494)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    273,993 miles
    Test number
    959755021816
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  5. Pass268,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    268,499 miles
    Test number
    328667864651
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  6. Fail268,499 miles (+1,571)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,499 miles
    Test number
    229574505579
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill near wishbone mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  7. Pass266,928 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    266,928 miles
    Test number
    664544229082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass265,749 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    265,749 miles
    Test number
    574099171151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass263,774 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    263,774 miles
    Test number
    361178798774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail263,751 miles (+1,630)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,751 miles
    Test number
    681530060744
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass262,121 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    262,121 miles
    Test number
    201791144818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Fail262,110 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,110 miles
    Test number
    117024365438
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Pass262,110 miles (+1,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    262,110 miles
    Test number
    418994565027
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass260,380 miles (+10,232)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    260,380 miles
    Test number
    786171823207
    • NoteExhaust in genral rusting
    • NoteSlight play in drivers side track rod end
    • NoteSmall engine oil leak
  15. Pass250,148 miles (+7,994)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    250,148 miles
    Test number
    428277962104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass242,154 miles (+8,894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    242,154 miles
    Test number
    556670131145
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside front inner rackends
    • NotePossible noise nearside rear wheel when rotated
  17. Pass233,260 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    233,260 miles
    Test number
    262036820124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCrack in front windscreen out of swept area
    • NoteNearside and offside front headlights showing blue light
    • NoteNearside front inner cv boot insecure
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside front inner rackends
  18. Fail233,260 miles (+7,448)1 failure1 repaired6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,260 miles
    Test number
    153255520136
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCrack in front windscreen out of swept area
    • NoteNearside and offside front headlights showing blue light
    • NoteNearside front inner cv boot insecure
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside front inner rackends
  19. Pass225,812 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    225,812 miles
    Test number
    302009829100
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside of windscreen is cracked just outside zone b at top of screen
  20. Fail225,812 miles (+8,665)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,812 miles
    Test number
    541999929131
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside of windscreen is cracked just outside zone b at top of screen
  21. Pass217,147 miles (+20)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    217,147 miles
    Test number
    521801758166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteHeat shield round front pipe insecure an rattlin
    • NoteOsf handbrake cable foulin other parts of vehicle
  22. Fail217,127 miles (+20,503)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,127 miles
    Test number
    942000358137
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteHeat shield round front pipe insecure an rattlin
    • NoteOsf handbrake cable foulin other parts of vehicle
  23. Fail196,624 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,624 miles
    Test number
    352347537193
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  24. Pass196,624 miles (+16,867)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    196,624 miles
    Test number
    851217637114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass179,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    179,757 miles
    Test number
    994303856199
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T689 SAS

Does T689 SAS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T689 SAS expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T689 SAS?
The MOT on T689 SAS expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T689 SAS done?
T689 SAS was recorded at 287,128 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 5,550 miles a year.
Has T689 SAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T689 SAS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T689 SAS 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 T689 SAS find?
T689 SAS failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint excessively worn, and 16 more.

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