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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T816 NWLMOT history

T816 NWL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 183,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
183,768 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T816 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T816 NWL was last recorded at 183,768 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,044 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
724 miles
Average per year
2,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,768 miles
  • 2024 – 175,629 miles
  • 2023 – 175,188 miles
  • 2022 – 173,892 miles
  • 2021 – 168,109 miles
  • 2020 – 166,937 miles
  • 2019 – 164,950 miles
  • 2018 – 164,109 miles
  • 2017 – 162,592 miles
  • 2015 – 162,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,768 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake servo corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,768 miles (+724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    183,768 miles
    Test number
    383387678571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail183,044 miles (+7,415)2 dangerous14 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,044 miles
    Test number
    427411490714
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected damage to lens white light to rear (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen to high (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass175,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    175,629 miles
    Test number
    619509175908
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  4. Fail175,629 miles (+441)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,629 miles
    Test number
    969774399694
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  5. Pass175,188 miles (+1,296)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,188 miles
    Test number
    877280467452
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryServo corroded

  6. Pass173,892 miles (+28)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,892 miles
    Test number
    637773006483
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail173,864 miles (+5,755)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,864 miles
    Test number
    831268757292
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass168,109 miles (+6)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    168,109 miles
    Test number
    763443648041
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot wont open
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4 on the rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Corroded

  9. Fail168,103 miles (+1,166)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,103 miles
    Test number
    112795480892
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Direction indicator lens has sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bottom of Wheel arch corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Top ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot wont open
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 brake hoses have slight corrosion to ferrules and slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  10. Pass166,937 miles (+1,987)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    166,937 miles
    Test number
    815949557290
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel n/s and o/s inner rack joints (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass164,950 miles (+841)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,950 miles
    Test number
    572862444332
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisorySills and door steps corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension units corroded

  12. Pass164,109 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    164,109 miles
    Test number
    776522978681
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  13. Fail164,104 miles (+1,512)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,104 miles
    Test number
    555733845841
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  14. Pass162,592 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    162,592 miles
    Test number
    486151321045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat missing time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail162,580 miles (+65)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,580 miles
    Test number
    882830981261
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat missing time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass162,515 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    162,515 miles
    Test number
    522796516870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor

  17. Fail162,511 miles4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,511 miles
    Test number
    329036089354
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor
    • AdvisoryRepair to coolant pipe

Questions about T816 NWL

Does T816 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T816 NWL is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T816 NWL?
The MOT on T816 NWL is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T816 NWL done?
T816 NWL was recorded at 183,768 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 2,118 miles a year.
Has T816 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T816 NWL has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T816 NWL 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 T816 NWL find?
T816 NWL passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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