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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T73 UWXMOT history

T73 UWX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 218,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2026
Mileage
218,786 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T73 UWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T73 UWX was last recorded at 218,786 miles on 20 Jan 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,779 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,786 miles
  • 2024 – 216,742 miles
  • 2023 – 216,742 miles
  • 2022 – 202,683 miles
  • 2021 – 196,879 miles
  • 2020 – 192,512 miles
  • 2019 – 186,858 miles
  • 2018 – 178,287 miles
  • 2017 – 171,297 miles
  • 2016 – 164,168 miles
  • 2015 – 158,459 miles
  • 2014 – 153,077 miles
  • 2013 – 146,469 miles
  • 2012 – 139,750 miles
  • 2011 – 133,085 miles
  • 2010 – 125,099 miles
  • 2009 – 114,825 miles
  • 2008 – 105,529 miles
  • 2007 – 93,939 miles
  • 2006 – 81,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,786 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corrodedRecorded 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 Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded In Front Wheel Arches, and Underside Rear at Compensator Valve and to Rear Wheel Hubs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,786 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    218,786 miles
    Test number
    491078091890
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  2. Fail218,779 miles (+2,037)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,779 miles
    Test number
    122348345998
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke to rear (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched rubbing on inside of wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  3. Pass216,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    216,742 miles
    Test number
    981018180334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass216,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    216,742 miles
    Test number
    313000148545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Fail216,742 miles (+14,059)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,742 miles
    Test number
    449626259283
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded back too front marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Pass202,683 miles (+5,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    202,683 miles
    Test number
    655081092327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch infront of wheel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass196,879 miles (+4,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,879 miles
    Test number
    754591398438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rackends
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool
  8. Pass192,512 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    192,512 miles
    Test number
    638204548297
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryWelding carried out sealed over cant inspect various parts corroeded but ok with mot test tool at time of test
  9. Fail192,462 miles (+5,604)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,462 miles
    Test number
    468967039486
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded At Compenstor Valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at Mount of Nearside Rear Suspension Arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to Nearside Front and Offside Front Caliper and to Rear wheel Hubs (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass186,858 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    186,858 miles
    Test number
    982223920267
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded In Front Wheel Arches, and Underside Rear at Compensator Valve and to Rear Wheel Hubs (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Underside of vehicle and Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail186,858 miles (+8,571)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,858 miles
    Test number
    267109415911
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded In Front Wheel Arches, and Underside Rear at Compensator Valve and to Rear Wheel Hubs (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Underside of vehicle and Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass178,287 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    178,287 miles
    Test number
    860888887236
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front Wheel arches, rear to compensator, from compensator to flexi hoses, and along rear suspension arms (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryMetered Smoke Level very high at Idle. Metered Smoke Level above Manufacturers maximum as stated on VIN Plate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Suspension arm mount inner sills (Nearside and Offside) (6.1.B.2)
  13. Fail178,283 miles (+6,986)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,283 miles
    Test number
    909668385185
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front Wheel arches, rear to compensator, from compensator to flexi hoses, and along rear suspension arms (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake application slightly uneven, Nearside slightly lazy
    • AdvisoryMetered Smoke Level very high at Idle. Metered Smoke Level above Manufacturers maximum as stated on VIN Plate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm approx (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Suspension arm mount inner sills (Nearside and Offside) (6.1.B.2)
  14. Pass171,297 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    171,297 miles
    Test number
    607176326369
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Slight corrosion at sills and wheel arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside 4mm approx (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Lower rubber bush deteriorating (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear underside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail171,296 miles (+7,128)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,296 miles
    Test number
    342191208721
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside and Offside inner sills near Trailing arm mount points (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Slight corrosion at sills and wheel arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside 4mm approx (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Lower rubber bush deteriorating (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear underside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass164,168 miles (+5,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    164,168 miles
    Test number
    176341109901
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Nearside and offside sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  17. Pass158,459 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    158,459 miles
    Test number
    847132745180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front body sill corrosion
  18. Fail158,459 miles (+5,382)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,459 miles
    Test number
    347482445148
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front body sill corrosion
  19. Pass153,077 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    153,077 miles
    Test number
    258709944169
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUneven Tyre wear on offside front
  20. Fail153,077 miles (+6,608)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,077 miles
    Test number
    925959244140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUneven Tyre wear on offside front
  21. Pass146,469 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    146,469 miles
    Test number
    316619643137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail146,469 miles (+98)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,469 miles
    Test number
    236248243112
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake valve inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail146,371 miles (+6,621)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,371 miles
    Test number
    438007433112
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake valve inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • Note(1)Both rear tyres wearing inner edge.(2)Offside sill damaged and corroding.(3)wheels slightly buckaled.
  24. Pass139,750 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    139,750 miles
    Test number
    269952942435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass133,085 miles (+7,986)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    133,085 miles
    Test number
    118536241115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass125,099 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,099 miles
    Test number
    250736820131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail125,084 miles (+10,259)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,084 miles
    Test number
    742479810181
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  28. Pass114,825 miles (+9,296)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    114,825 miles
    Test number
    671276949180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass105,529 miles (+11,590)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    105,529 miles
    Test number
    910711528147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass93,939 miles (+12,110)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    93,939 miles
    Test number
    943264237172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail81,829 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,829 miles
    Test number
    260248036425
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS MAY BE GETTING THIN ADVISE
  32. Pass81,829 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    81,829 miles
    Test number
    833278436114
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS MAY BE GETTING THIN ADVISE

Questions about T73 UWX

Does T73 UWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T73 UWX expired on 19 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T73 UWX?
The MOT on T73 UWX expired on 19 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T73 UWX done?
T73 UWX was recorded at 218,786 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2025, an average of 7,333 miles a year.
Has T73 UWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T73 UWX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T73 UWX 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 T73 UWX find?
T73 UWX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; both outer sills corroded.

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