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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T781 OWJMOT history

T781 OWJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2023
Mileage
156,016 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T781 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T781 OWJ was last recorded at 156,016 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,449 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
3,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,016 miles
  • 2021 – 154,449 miles
  • 2020 – 152,872 miles
  • 2019 – 149,302 miles
  • 2018 – 145,431 miles
  • 2017 – 143,431 miles
  • 2016 – 141,476 miles
  • 2015 – 139,746 miles
  • 2014 – 136,473 miles
  • 2013 – 131,947 miles
  • 2012 – 127,775 miles
  • 2011 – 124,609 miles
  • 2010 – 119,007 miles
  • 2009 – 115,751 miles
  • 2008 – 112,189 miles
  • 2007 – 111,802 miles
  • 2006 – 97,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,016 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced By towbar and ns sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,016 miles (+1,567)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    156,016 miles
    Test number
    253425251775
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced By towbar and ns sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass154,449 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    154,449 miles
    Test number
    881112567654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail154,448 miles (+1,576)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,448 miles
    Test number
    577108214113
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass152,872 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,872 miles
    Test number
    335785128451
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail152,871 miles (+3,569)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,871 miles
    Test number
    793780285478
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195 70 15c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass149,302 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    149,302 miles
    Test number
    895337682340
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat where hanger is snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective snapped after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded/holed near front bumper but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryScreen wash bottle leaking

  7. Fail149,301 miles (+8)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,301 miles
    Test number
    809530821844
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at towing hoop (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat where hanger is snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective snapped after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded/holed near front bumper but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryScreen wash bottle leaking

  8. Fail149,293 miles (+3,862)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,293 miles
    Test number
    463062735271
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat where hanger is snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective snapped after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded/holed near front bumper but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClean and wax oil all prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking

  9. Pass145,431 miles (+2,000)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,431 miles
    Test number
    257722723610
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass143,431 miles (+1,955)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,431 miles
    Test number
    733391638760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    141,476 miles
    Test number
    706648348099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail141,476 miles (+1,730)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,476 miles
    Test number
    240432429552
    • DangerousParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated front cable corroded (3.1.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass139,746 miles (+3,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    139,746 miles
    Test number
    728226795110
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail136,473 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,473 miles
    Test number
    357332504282
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass136,473 miles (+4,526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,473 miles
    Test number
    375382704256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass131,947 miles (+4,172)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,947 miles
    Test number
    718281913244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteManagment light flashing.

  17. Pass127,775 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    448452912218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass124,609 miles (+5,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    124,609 miles
    Test number
    779172891126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    119,007 miles
    Test number
    264702300260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  20. Fail119,007 miles (+3,256)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,007 miles
    Test number
    963772400279
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  21. Pass115,751 miles (+3,562)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    115,751 miles
    Test number
    323437589141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass112,189 miles (+387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    213883508213
    • NoteOsf door mirror has small crack not affecting drivers view of the road

  23. Pass111,802 miles (+13,914)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    111,802 miles
    Test number
    262801197125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass97,888 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    97,888 miles
    Test number
    662022216236
    • NoteDrivers door mirror cracked

Questions about T781 OWJ

Does T781 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T781 OWJ expired on 26 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T781 OWJ?
The MOT on T781 OWJ expired on 26 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T781 OWJ done?
T781 OWJ was recorded at 156,016 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 3,640 miles a year.
Has T781 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T781 OWJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T781 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 T781 OWJ find?
T781 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by towbar and ns sill.

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