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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T809 MVRMOT history

T809 MVR is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
158,328 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T809 MVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T809 MVR was last recorded at 158,328 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 4,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,132 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,196 miles
Average per year
5,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,328 miles
  • 2025 – 154,132 miles
  • 2024 – 150,302 miles
  • 2023 – 145,447 miles
  • 2022 – 140,038 miles
  • 2021 – 135,562 miles
  • 2020 – 129,016 miles
  • 2019 – 123,755 miles
  • 2018 – 117,603 miles
  • 2017 – 112,028 miles
  • 2016 – 105,827 miles
  • 2015 – 101,471 miles
  • 2014 – 95,716 miles
  • 2012 – 81,904 miles
  • 2011 – 74,116 miles
  • 2010 – 66,767 miles
  • 2009 – 61,702 miles
  • 2008 – 59,390 miles
  • 2007 – 56,877 miles
  • 2006 – 54,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,328 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail158,328 miles (+4,196)1 dangerous10 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,328 miles
    Test number
    804096762161
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass154,132 miles (+66)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    154,132 miles
    Test number
    151890716684
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Fail154,066 miles (+3,764)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,066 miles
    Test number
    737519348557
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Pass150,302 miles (+40)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,302 miles
    Test number
    673482703488
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail150,262 miles (+4,815)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,262 miles
    Test number
    212821106614
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass145,447 miles (+5,409)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    145,447 miles
    Test number
    270502417745
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin VERY LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer body sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Outer body sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass140,038 miles (+4,476)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    140,038 miles
    Test number
    115361417926
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body sill corroded
    • 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 Outer Body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass135,562 miles (+6,546)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,562 miles
    Test number
    455070192041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body still corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass129,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    129,016 miles
    Test number
    226901347509
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer body sill corroded

  10. Fail129,016 miles (+5,261)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,016 miles
    Test number
    547365940845
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer body sill corroded

  11. Pass123,755 miles (+6,152)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,755 miles
    Test number
    361196367657
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass117,603 miles (+5,575)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,603 miles
    Test number
    318725072517
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass112,028 miles (+6,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,028 miles
    Test number
    844053634504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper torn

  14. Pass105,827 miles (+4,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    105,827 miles
    Test number
    260859268307
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass101,471 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,471 miles
    Test number
    776206105105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,716 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    95,716 miles
    Test number
    705550104160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail95,716 miles (+13,812)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,716 miles
    Test number
    869149594023
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass81,904 miles (+7,788)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,904 miles
    Test number
    418155232166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,116 miles
    Test number
    606501731142
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail74,116 miles (+7,349)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,116 miles
    Test number
    659741531168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass66,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    66,767 miles
    Test number
    503027420173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,767 miles (+5,065)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,767 miles
    Test number
    611927020150
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass61,702 miles (+2,312)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,702 miles
    Test number
    194581639134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,390 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,390 miles
    Test number
    992635038173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,877 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,877 miles
    Test number
    891495737164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,341 miles
    Test number
    772599926121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T809 MVR

Does T809 MVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T809 MVR expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T809 MVR?
The MOT on T809 MVR expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T809 MVR done?
T809 MVR was recorded at 158,328 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 5,221 miles a year.
Has T809 MVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T809 MVR has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T809 MVR 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 T809 MVR find?
T809 MVR failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front lower shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body sill, and 16 more.

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