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Volkswagen LT

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T738 TYAMOT history

T738 TYA is a grey diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 211,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2026
Mileage
211,752 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T738 TYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T738 TYA was last recorded at 211,752 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,727 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
6,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,752 miles
  • 2025 – 211,727 miles
  • 2024 – 210,612 miles
  • 2023 – 200,069 miles
  • 2022 – 180,728 miles
  • 2021 – 176,387 miles
  • 2019 – 165,971 miles
  • 2017 – 152,935 miles
  • 2016 – 144,778 miles
  • 2015 – 138,099 miles
  • 2014 – 131,599 miles
  • 2013 – 126,356 miles
  • 2011 – 125,230 miles
  • 2010 – 120,931 miles
  • 2009 – 114,095 miles
  • 2008 – 105,640 miles
  • 2007 – 96,868 miles
  • 2006 – 88,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail211,752 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorCentral Front Inner Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 2 x places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Above Fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail211,752 miles (+25)2 dangerous10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,752 miles
    Test number
    819839507079
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 2 x places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass211,727 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    211,727 miles
    Test number
    200370247540
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Above Fuel tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail211,727 miles (+1,115)4 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,727 miles
    Test number
    172315263998
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Above Fuel tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass210,612 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    210,612 miles
    Test number
    713999204161
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  5. Fail210,612 miles (+10,543)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,612 miles
    Test number
    912934204873
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  6. Pass200,069 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    200,069 miles
    Test number
    467566662480
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Fail200,069 miles (+19,341)1 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,069 miles
    Test number
    848518410706
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass180,728 miles (+4,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    180,728 miles
    Test number
    485954051724
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass176,387 miles (+10,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    176,387 miles
    Test number
    792781244187
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass165,971 miles (+13,036)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    165,971 miles
    Test number
    201009142973
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass152,935 miles (+8,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    152,935 miles
    Test number
    616499744907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass144,778 miles (+6,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,778 miles
    Test number
    954378672467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,099 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    138,099 miles
    Test number
    815149755027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail138,096 miles (+6,497)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,096 miles
    Test number
    249504955036
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass131,599 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,599 miles
    Test number
    468326154032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,356 miles (+1,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    126,356 miles
    Test number
    497139123029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass125,230 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    125,230 miles
    Test number
    739079151110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Fail125,230 miles (+4,299)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,230 miles
    Test number
    627189351154
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass120,931 miles (+6,836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    120,931 miles
    Test number
    683016940100
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass114,095 miles (+8,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    114,095 miles
    Test number
    824368449154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail105,640 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,640 miles
    Test number
    150099048105
    • Repaired at testCentre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass105,640 miles (+8,772)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    105,640 miles
    Test number
    392019848189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,868 miles (+8,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    96,868 miles
    Test number
    290632557137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass88,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    88,159 miles
    Test number
    323992356169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T738 TYA

Does T738 TYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T738 TYA expired on 21 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T738 TYA?
The MOT on T738 TYA expired on 21 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T738 TYA done?
T738 TYA was recorded at 211,752 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 6,125 miles a year.
Has T738 TYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T738 TYA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T738 TYA 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 T738 TYA find?
T738 TYA failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; central front inner obligatory mirror missing, and 15 more.

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