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Volkswagen LT

Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T81 STLMOT history

T81 STL is an orange diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
148,739 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 STL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T81 STL was last recorded at 148,739 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,502 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
237 miles
Average per year
2,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,739 miles
  • 2023 – 148,502 miles
  • 2022 – 146,805 miles
  • 2021 – 143,281 miles
  • 2020 – 141,031 miles
  • 2019 – 137,007 miles
  • 2017 – 130,112 miles
  • 2016 – 128,471 miles
  • 2014 – 126,333 miles
  • 2013 – 123,707 miles
  • 2012 – 120,806 miles
  • 2010 – 119,678 miles
  • 2009 – 117,460 miles
  • 2008 – 113,521 miles
  • 2007 – 108,449 miles
  • 2006 – 103,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,739 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative compensator valve (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting arch x2 holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting arch x2 holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal missing anti slip pad

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,739 miles (+237)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,739 miles
    Test number
    370209869170
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative compensator valve (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting arch x2 holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting arch x2 holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal missing anti slip pad
  2. Pass148,502 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,502 miles
    Test number
    486077892597
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail148,500 miles (+1,695)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,500 miles
    Test number
    849123126093
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury bottom of door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass146,805 miles (+3,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,805 miles
    Test number
    209837717066
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front //////// (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass143,281 miles (+2,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,281 miles
    Test number
    794817461395
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass141,031 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    141,031 miles
    Test number
    854804357824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,007 miles
    Test number
    547403193200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    768137522089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,112 miles (+1,641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,112 miles
    Test number
    780778161001
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly stiff to rotate
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass128,471 miles (+2,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,471 miles
    Test number
    708858546977
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded some (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion both steps have slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  11. Pass126,333 miles (+2,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,333 miles
    Test number
    175250054399
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  12. Pass123,707 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    123,707 miles
    Test number
    479907443328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,806 miles (+1,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    120,806 miles
    Test number
    406499142494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  14. Pass119,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,678 miles
    Test number
    340362250197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    232202550124
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
  16. Pass117,460 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    117,460 miles
    Test number
    412880469176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,431 miles (+3,910)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    280346059195
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass113,521 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    113,521 miles
    Test number
    403297058125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail113,520 miles (+5,071)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,520 miles
    Test number
    821524558103
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass108,449 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    108,449 miles
    Test number
    503771737185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    843181436190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T81 STL

Does T81 STL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 STL expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 STL?
The MOT on T81 STL expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 STL done?
T81 STL was recorded at 148,739 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 2,523 miles a year.
Has T81 STL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 STL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T81 STL 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 T81 STL find?
T81 STL failed its latest MOT on 29 Feb 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 1 advisory: rear brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative compensator valve; brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel; nearside cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting step, and 9 more.

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