
Volkswagen Transporter
Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc
T742 TGPMOT history
T742 TGP is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 226,137 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 7 Nov 2027
- Mileage
- 226,137 mi
- At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 19 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 3,938 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T742 TGP
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 16 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 7 Nov 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T742 TGP was last recorded at 226,137 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 222,443 miles · 4 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,694 miles
- Average per year
- 3,938 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 226,137 miles
- 2025 – 222,443 miles
- 2024 – 219,850 miles
- 2023 – 215,966 miles
- 2022 – 212,622 miles
- 2021 – 206,571 miles
- 2020 – 200,404 miles
- 2019 – 195,666 miles
- 2016 – 194,460 miles
- 2015 – 190,284 miles
- 2014 – 186,532 miles
- 2013 – 182,449 miles
- 2012 – 177,807 miles
- 2011 – 172,027 miles
- 2010 – 164,136 miles
- 2009 – 159,632 miles
- 2008 – 154,945 miles
- 2007 – 150,354 miles
- 2006 – 145,250 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Brake pedal wearing smooth
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
33 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass226,137 miles (+3,694)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2027
- Odometer
- 226,137 miles
- Test number
- 472316031403
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass222,443 miles (+2,593)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 222,443 miles
- Test number
- 711707853612
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass219,850 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 219,850 miles
- Test number
- 897159069031
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail219,850 miles (+3,884)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,850 miles
- Test number
- 331271730643
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Pass215,966 miles3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 215,966 miles
- Test number
- 648446610777
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Fail215,966 miles (+3,344)7 major1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,966 miles
- Test number
- 808726191392
- MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both pipes ( above fuel tank as well ) (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Pass212,622 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 212,622 miles
- Test number
- 652199166324
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail212,619 miles (+6,048)5 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,619 miles
- Test number
- 378208181341
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass206,571 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 206,571 miles
- Test number
- 798866877248
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail206,571 miles (+6,167)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,571 miles
- Test number
- 731493301207
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass200,404 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 200,404 miles
- Test number
- 743776222695
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail200,404 miles (+4,738)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,404 miles
- Test number
- 128155809926
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass195,666 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 195,666 miles
- Test number
- 964467958671
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail195,666 miles1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,666 miles
- Test number
- 144244772588
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail195,666 miles (+1,206)4 dangerous13 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,666 miles
- Test number
- 738433755122
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
- DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Pass194,460 miles (+4,176)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 194,460 miles
- Test number
- 235163060671
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryInner door handle missing but working
- AdvisorySills rusted through
Pass190,284 miles7 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 190,284 miles
- Test number
- 216268655034
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth sides outer sills rusted non structural
- NoteSlight play steering rack
- NoteTemp os inner door handle
- NoteTrailer socket damaged and cover missing
Fail190,276 miles (+3,744)4 failures9 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,276 miles
- Test number
- 995218355098
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth sides outer sills rusted non structural
- NoteSlight play steering rack
- NoteTemp os inner door handle
- NoteTrailer socket damaged and cover missing
Pass186,532 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 186,532 miles
- Test number
- 716008174008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail186,525 miles (+4,076)4 failures4 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,525 miles
- Test number
- 716048074032
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteMovement in both headlight mountings
- NoteNs sill rusted through /body damaged
- NoteNsf tyre worn on inner tread
- NoteNsr tyre damaged on outer wall
Pass182,449 miles2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 182,449 miles
- Test number
- 128984973410
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteBody damaged
- NoteScreen scratched
Fail182,449 miles (+4,642)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,449 miles
- Test number
- 865124873006
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteBody damaged
- NoteScreen scratched
Pass177,807 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 177,807 miles
- Test number
- 376760892042
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteBody damage /
Fail177,799 miles (+5,772)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,799 miles
- Test number
- 978250692044
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteBody damage /
Pass172,027 miles (+7,891)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 172,027 miles
- Test number
- 686130291042
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteSlight play nearside steering rack inner joint
Pass164,136 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 164,136 miles
- Test number
- 821504680008
- NoteRear brakes poor
Fail164,136 miles (+4,504)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,136 miles
- Test number
- 461178070046
- FailureFront Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass159,632 miles (+132)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 159,632 miles
- Test number
- 732620999036
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail159,500 miles (+4,555)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,500 miles
- Test number
- 931590189034
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass154,945 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 154,945 miles
- Test number
- 803798888098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail154,945 miles (+4,591)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,945 miles
- Test number
- 110119978001
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass150,354 miles (+5,104)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 150,354 miles
- Test number
- 191622887497
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass145,250 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 145,250 miles
- Test number
- 650733386025
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T742 TGP
- Does T742 TGP currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T742 TGP is valid until 7 Nov 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T742 TGP?
- The MOT on T742 TGP is valid until 7 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T742 TGP done?
- T742 TGP was recorded at 226,137 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,938 miles a year.
- Has T742 TGP ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T742 TGP has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on T742 TGP 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 T742 TGP find?
- T742 TGP passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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