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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T869 FRBMOT history

T869 FRB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 257,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
257,840 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T869 FRB
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
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T869 FRB was last recorded at 257,840 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,835 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 257,840 miles
  • 2021 – 257,829 miles
  • 2019 – 252,799 miles
  • 2018 – 248,795 miles
  • 2017 – 247,971 miles
  • 2016 – 246,620 miles
  • 2015 – 245,201 miles
  • 2014 – 241,090 miles
  • 2013 – 236,534 miles
  • 2012 – 233,016 miles
  • 2010 – 223,620 miles
  • 2009 – 213,932 miles
  • 2008 – 201,258 miles
  • 2007 – 186,427 miles
  • 2006 – 176,093 miles
  • 2005 – 163,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,840 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,840 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    257,840 miles
    Test number
    463133317252
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail257,835 miles (+6)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,835 miles
    Test number
    681872781897
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail257,829 miles (+5,030)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,829 miles
    Test number
    711053066656
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass252,799 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    252,799 miles
    Test number
    234707487103
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Fail252,639 miles (+3,844)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,639 miles
    Test number
    701922898828
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass248,795 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    248,795 miles
    Test number
    924272847973
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r upper inner arch corroded but outside all prescribed areas
  7. Fail248,795 miles (+824)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,795 miles
    Test number
    150846292197
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r upper inner arch corroded but outside all prescribed areas
  8. Pass247,971 miles (+1,351)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    247,971 miles
    Test number
    175686963605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face slightly corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryO/s/r upper inner arch corroded but outside all prescribed areas
  9. Pass246,620 miles (+1,419)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    246,620 miles
    Test number
    431270977587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear upper inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints
  10. Fail245,201 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,201 miles
    Test number
    108562715175
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r inner arch corroded but outside all prescribed areas
  11. Pass245,201 miles (+4,111)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    245,201 miles
    Test number
    638412315153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r inner arch corroded but outside all prescribed areas
  12. Pass241,090 miles (+82)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    241,090 miles
    Test number
    565103244134
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDrivers interior handle broken but can still be opened correctly
  13. Fail241,008 miles (+4,474)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,008 miles
    Test number
    779983024151
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass236,534 miles (+147)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    236,534 miles
    Test number
    269566913449
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Fail236,387 miles (+3,371)1 dangerous17 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,387 miles
    Test number
    727614353071
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass233,016 miles (+9,396)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    233,016 miles
    Test number
    596721852023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass223,620 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    223,620 miles
    Test number
    643270640352
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  18. Fail223,615 miles (+9,683)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,615 miles
    Test number
    153290340384
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass213,932 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    213,932 miles
    Test number
    713089249320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail213,813 miles (+12,555)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,813 miles
    Test number
    842654249378
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
  21. Pass201,258 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    201,258 miles
    Test number
    644839038371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r pad wear sensor broken
  22. Fail201,250 miles (+14,823)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,250 miles
    Test number
    892727938379
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r pad wear sensor broken
  23. Pass186,427 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    186,427 miles
    Test number
    472565627444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Fail186,424 miles (+10,331)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,424 miles
    Test number
    752514627359
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass176,093 miles (+337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    176,093 miles
    Test number
    174428236391
    • NoteNail in N/S/R tyre
  26. Fail175,756 miles (+11,867)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,756 miles
    Test number
    454565126428
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  27. Pass163,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    163,889 miles
    Test number
    483360025393
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T869 FRB

Does T869 FRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T869 FRB is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T869 FRB?
The MOT on T869 FRB is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T869 FRB done?
T869 FRB was recorded at 257,840 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,522 miles a year.
Has T869 FRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T869 FRB has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T869 FRB 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 T869 FRB find?
T869 FRB passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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