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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T873 RWVMOT history

T873 RWV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 169,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2025
Mileage
169,091 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T873 RWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T873 RWV was last recorded at 169,091 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,061 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
8,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,091 miles
  • 2023 – 167,676 miles
  • 2022 – 166,931 miles
  • 2021 – 163,980 miles
  • 2020 – 157,399 miles
  • 2019 – 157,387 miles
  • 2018 – 149,878 miles
  • 2017 – 141,049 miles
  • 2016 – 133,238 miles
  • 2015 – 124,697 miles
  • 2014 – 118,195 miles
  • 2013 – 104,292 miles
  • 2012 – 82,649 miles
  • 2011 – 69,204 miles
  • 2010 – 60,127 miles
  • 2009 – 46,968 miles
  • 2008 – 32,599 miles
  • 2007 – 25,148 miles
  • 2006 – 17,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,091 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • O/s/r tyre perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,091 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,091 miles
    Test number
    993651897940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail169,061 miles (+1,385)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,061 miles
    Test number
    278718494925
    • 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 Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill around door. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Two spots on inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass167,676 miles (+745)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    167,676 miles
    Test number
    881197946502
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,931 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    166,931 miles
    Test number
    650256032243
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to o/s/r lamp lens but lights functioning
    • AdvisoryInjector seals leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail166,927 miles (+2,947)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,927 miles
    Test number
    644653319788
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to o/s/r lamp lens but lights functioning
    • AdvisoryInjector seals leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass163,980 miles (+6,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    163,980 miles
    Test number
    421623092009
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass157,399 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,399 miles
    Test number
    185906742002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail157,387 miles (+7,509)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,387 miles
    Test number
    907301332338
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass149,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    149,878 miles
    Test number
    447915876830
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f suspension lower arm rear bushes worn & perished

  10. Fail149,878 miles (+8,829)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,878 miles
    Test number
    687082510593
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing anti roll bar n/s outer bush clamp missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f suspension lower arm rear bushes worn & perished

  11. Pass141,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    141,049 miles
    Test number
    357238976231
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  12. Fail141,049 miles (+7,811)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,049 miles
    Test number
    679769354170
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing seatbelt buckles (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  13. Pass133,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,238 miles
    Test number
    614032197717
    • AdvisoryN/S/F anti roll bar link bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/S/F lower arm rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/S/F lower arm rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre perished

  14. Fail133,238 miles (+8,541)5 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,238 miles
    Test number
    910926994821
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F anti roll bar link bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/S/F lower arm rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/S/F lower arm rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre perished

  15. Pass124,697 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    124,697 miles
    Test number
    726141511088
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn & perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  16. Fail124,697 miles (+6,502)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,697 miles
    Test number
    279273666015
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty dip-main beam switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn & perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  17. Pass118,195 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    118,195 miles
    Test number
    698508444266
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail118,193 miles (+13,901)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,193 miles
    Test number
    575648944280
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass104,292 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    177839433216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Fail104,292 miles (+21,643)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    368039333464
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass82,649 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,649 miles
    Test number
    935075652015
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail82,647 miles (+13,443)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,647 miles
    Test number
    468853752020
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail69,204 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,204 miles
    Test number
    237133151028
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass69,204 miles (+9,077)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,204 miles
    Test number
    686553151082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,127 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    793870550006
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  26. Fail60,126 miles (+13,158)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    462799240038
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  27. Pass46,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,968 miles
    Test number
    882088749062
    • NoteRear number plate browken front number plate discoloured

  28. Fail46,968 miles (+14,369)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,968 miles
    Test number
    691097849043
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear number plate browken front number plate discoloured

  29. Pass32,599 miles (+7,451)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,599 miles
    Test number
    180700658403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,148 miles (+7,162)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,148 miles
    Test number
    941490447082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront no plate deteriorating but legible
    • NoteRear no plate cracked

  31. Pass17,986 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,986 miles
    Test number
    240711456037
    • NoteCrack in rear no plate but secure

Questions about T873 RWV

Does T873 RWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T873 RWV expired on 7 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T873 RWV?
The MOT on T873 RWV expired on 7 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T873 RWV done?
T873 RWV was recorded at 169,091 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 8,411 miles a year.
Has T873 RWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T873 RWV has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T873 RWV 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 T873 RWV find?
T873 RWV passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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