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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T780 OWJMOT history

T780 OWJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 151,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
151,920 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 OWJ was last recorded at 151,920 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,917 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,920 miles
  • 2024 – 144,638 miles
  • 2023 – 141,431 miles
  • 2022 – 138,434 miles
  • 2021 – 133,915 miles
  • 2020 – 133,020 miles
  • 2019 – 121,917 miles
  • 2017 – 118,945 miles
  • 2016 – 113,083 miles
  • 2015 – 100,483 miles
  • 2014 – 91,259 miles
  • 2013 – 85,199 miles
  • 2012 – 77,533 miles
  • 2011 – 70,768 miles
  • 2010 – 63,372 miles
  • 2009 – 56,293 miles
  • 2008 – 46,030 miles
  • 2007 – 41,035 miles
  • 2006 – 36,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,920 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion under side vehicle in placesRecorded 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,920 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    151,920 miles
    Test number
    973567311873
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under side vehicle in places

  2. Fail151,917 miles (+7,279)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,917 miles
    Test number
    181132832810
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under side vehicle in places

  3. Pass144,638 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,638 miles
    Test number
    712764001369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,431 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,431 miles
    Test number
    564627305866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail141,426 miles (+2,992)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,426 miles
    Test number
    246208151946
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass138,434 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,434 miles
    Test number
    460700975273
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL - BOTH SIDES NEAR JACKING POINTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS BEAMS - BOTH SIDES (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NEAR FUEL TANK (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear HANDBRAKE CABLE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail138,434 miles (+4,519)3 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,434 miles
    Test number
    598814757257
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle SLIDING DOOR (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL - BOTH SIDES NEAR JACKING POINTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS BEAMS - BOTH SIDES (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NEAR FUEL TANK (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear HANDBRAKE CABLE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass133,915 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    133,915 miles
    Test number
    800997421617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail133,912 miles (+892)4 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,912 miles
    Test number
    968180081643
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass133,020 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,020 miles
    Test number
    305144591572
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail133,016 miles (+11,099)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,016 miles
    Test number
    818009404824
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass121,917 miles (+2,972)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    121,917 miles
    Test number
    487093954717
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass118,945 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    118,945 miles
    Test number
    878823061715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail118,940 miles (+5,857)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,940 miles
    Test number
    957707087417
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass113,083 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    940451836004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cuts in sidewalls
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly right
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column

  16. Fail113,083 miles (+12,600)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    118564646795
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cuts in sidewalls
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly right
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column

  17. Pass100,483 miles (+9,224)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,483 miles
    Test number
    675184778843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded and offside rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly to the right
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre damaged

  18. Pass91,259 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    175319454281
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside headlamp slightly right
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged

  19. Fail91,259 miles (+6,060)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    575548254203
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside headlamp slightly right
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged

  20. Pass85,199 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    326943983250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRattle on front exhaust heat shield

  21. Fail85,199 miles (+7,666)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    137080283286
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRattle on front exhaust heat shield

  22. Fail77,533 miles1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,533 miles
    Test number
    728255272211
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre damaged
    • NoteRattle on front exhaust heat sheild

  23. Pass77,533 miles (+6,765)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,533 miles
    Test number
    738145672212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre damaged
    • NoteRattle on front exhaust heat sheild

  24. Pass70,768 miles (+7,396)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    918541281234
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre damaged

  25. Fail63,372 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    543551380297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  26. Pass63,372 miles (+7,079)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    561591680249
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  27. Pass56,293 miles (+10,263)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,293 miles
    Test number
    361555979228
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre dmaged
    • NoteOffside rear brake slight bind

  28. Pass46,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    601246878288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,025 miles (+4,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,025 miles
    Test number
    383916678234
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  30. Pass41,035 miles (+5,019)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,035 miles
    Test number
    394172517256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,016 miles
    Test number
    442451526223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T780 OWJ

Does T780 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T780 OWJ expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T780 OWJ?
The MOT on T780 OWJ expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T780 OWJ done?
T780 OWJ was recorded at 151,920 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 6,078 miles a year.
Has T780 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 OWJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T780 OWJ 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 T780 OWJ find?
T780 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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