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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T78 HHGMOT history

T78 HHG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 244,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
244,244 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 HHG
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
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 HHG was last recorded at 244,244 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 3,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,574 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,670 miles
Average per year
8,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 244,244 miles
  • 2025 – 240,574 miles
  • 2024 – 237,407 miles
  • 2022 – 233,669 miles
  • 2021 – 232,307 miles
  • 2017 – 229,256 miles
  • 2016 – 223,743 miles
  • 2015 – 205,371 miles
  • 2014 – 184,583 miles
  • 2013 – 166,345 miles
  • 2012 – 151,833 miles
  • 2011 – 137,871 miles
  • 2010 – 128,103 miles
  • 2009 – 123,979 miles
  • 2008 – 112,363 miles
  • 2007 – 94,594 miles
  • 2006 – 83,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,244 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryModified exhaust fitted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre feathering on the inner edge
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components are corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,244 miles (+3,670)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    244,244 miles
    Test number
    989851676195
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryModified exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre feathering on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are corroded

  2. Pass240,574 miles (+3,167)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    240,574 miles
    Test number
    754332547561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryModified exhaust has been fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass237,407 miles (+3,738)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    237,407 miles
    Test number
    344800801732
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass233,669 miles (+1,362)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    233,669 miles
    Test number
    552273224846
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass232,307 miles (+19)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    232,307 miles
    Test number
    213275671095
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive around driveshaft area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail232,288 miles (+3,032)13 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,288 miles
    Test number
    879755284425
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass229,256 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    229,256 miles
    Test number
    379737273383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass223,743 miles (+18,372)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    223,743 miles
    Test number
    110184409912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass205,371 miles (+20,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    205,371 miles
    Test number
    913705515712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass184,583 miles (+18,238)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    184,583 miles
    Test number
    368567064423
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f slight cracking on outter side wall ov tyres

  11. Pass166,345 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    166,345 miles
    Test number
    128172763247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cracks in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake cable in poor condition and frayed
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front rack end

  12. Fail166,345 miles (+14,512)2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,345 miles
    Test number
    879891563200
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cracks in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake cable in poor condition and frayed
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front rack end

  13. Pass151,833 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    151,833 miles
    Test number
    386040472428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail151,716 miles (+13,845)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,716 miles
    Test number
    489566762274
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s rear foot and handbrake low performance

  15. Pass137,871 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    137,871 miles
    Test number
    168795161291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f o/s/r brake disks rusting

  16. Fail137,871 miles (+9,768)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,871 miles
    Test number
    276295861248
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f o/s/r brake disks rusting

  17. Pass128,103 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    128,103 miles
    Test number
    313886990456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,979 miles (+11,616)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    864407209336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass112,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    112,363 miles
    Test number
    333370698206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,363 miles (+17,769)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,363 miles
    Test number
    381630198232
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass94,594 miles (+10,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    94,594 miles
    Test number
    904932507375
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass83,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    83,751 miles
    Test number
    282543706393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T78 HHG

Does T78 HHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T78 HHG is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T78 HHG?
The MOT on T78 HHG is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T78 HHG done?
T78 HHG was recorded at 244,244 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 8,154 miles a year.
Has T78 HHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 HHG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T78 HHG 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 T78 HHG find?
T78 HHG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (corroded); modified exhaust fitted, and 3 more.

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