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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T788 OWJMOT history

T788 OWJ is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 158,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2025
Mileage
158,783 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T788 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T788 OWJ was last recorded at 158,783 miles on 21 Oct 2024, 2,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,578 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,205 miles
Average per year
5,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,783 miles
  • 2023 – 156,578 miles
  • 2021 – 151,373 miles
  • 2020 – 144,948 miles
  • 2018 – 139,531 miles
  • 2017 – 135,821 miles
  • 2016 – 133,741 miles
  • 2015 – 129,869 miles
  • 2014 – 125,907 miles
  • 2013 – 121,253 miles
  • 2012 – 117,009 miles
  • 2011 – 110,979 miles
  • 2010 – 105,597 miles
  • 2009 – 99,024 miles
  • 2008 – 90,419 miles
  • 2007 – 71,952 miles
  • 2006 – 59,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,783 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,783 miles (+2,205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,783 miles
    Test number
    999544685089
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass156,578 miles (+5,205)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,578 miles
    Test number
    738480301871
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass151,373 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,373 miles
    Test number
    203433949128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,948 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    144,948 miles
    Test number
    102625339937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,531 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    139,531 miles
    Test number
    429130947636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,821 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,821 miles
    Test number
    486190319588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,741 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    133,741 miles
    Test number
    437620946890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,869 miles (+3,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    129,869 miles
    Test number
    314840050830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering inner rack ball joints
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass125,907 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    125,907 miles
    Test number
    405083124447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail125,899 miles (+4,646)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,899 miles
    Test number
    446059504368
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass121,253 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,253 miles
    Test number
    645157793256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,237 miles (+4,228)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,237 miles
    Test number
    306874193212
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  13. Fail117,009 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,009 miles
    Test number
    287111412313
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass117,009 miles (+6,030)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,009 miles
    Test number
    419931912454
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass110,979 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    468483411331
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail110,929 miles (+5,332)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,929 miles
    Test number
    729937701346
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass105,597 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    105,597 miles
    Test number
    313283410397
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail105,556 miles (+6,532)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,556 miles
    Test number
    784919400356
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  19. Pass99,024 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    99,024 miles
    Test number
    430448209396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,005 miles (+8,586)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,005 miles
    Test number
    352076809385
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail90,419 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,419 miles
    Test number
    583385078221
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass90,419 miles (+18,467)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,419 miles
    Test number
    774385378211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,952 miles (+12,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    71,952 miles
    Test number
    571256877200
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorating

  24. Pass59,720 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    59,720 miles
    Test number
    392168776290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorating

Questions about T788 OWJ

Does T788 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T788 OWJ expired on 20 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T788 OWJ?
The MOT on T788 OWJ expired on 20 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T788 OWJ done?
T788 OWJ was recorded at 158,783 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2024, an average of 5,490 miles a year.
Has T788 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T788 OWJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on T788 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 T788 OWJ find?
T788 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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