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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T881 ARVMOT history

T881 ARV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 46,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
46,142 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T881 ARV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T881 ARV was last recorded at 46,142 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 1,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,253 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,889 miles
Average per year
1,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,142 miles
  • 2025 – 44,253 miles
  • 2024 – 44,117 miles
  • 2023 – 39,871 miles
  • 2022 – 34,947 miles
  • 2021 – 32,306 miles
  • 2020 – 31,438 miles
  • 2019 – 31,195 miles
  • 2018 – 31,039 miles
  • 2017 – 31,009 miles
  • 2016 – 30,813 miles
  • 2015 – 30,643 miles
  • 2014 – 30,123 miles
  • 2013 – 30,053 miles
  • 2012 – 28,302 miles
  • 2011 – 27,576 miles
  • 2010 – 26,901 miles
  • 2009 – 26,510 miles
  • 2008 – 26,018 miles
  • 2007 – 24,794 miles
  • 2006 – 22,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,142 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,142 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    46,142 miles
    Test number
    509943376253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass44,253 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    865082008007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,117 miles (+4,246)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    44,117 miles
    Test number
    971885143721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,871 miles (+4,924)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    39,871 miles
    Test number
    934177676606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,947 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    34,947 miles
    Test number
    270312229127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,306 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    32,306 miles
    Test number
    219316897495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,438 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    31,438 miles
    Test number
    645513369578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,195 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,195 miles
    Test number
    499601723591
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leaking at front, centre and rear parts (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass31,039 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,039 miles
    Test number
    387999343276
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear parts of exhaust corroded and leaking (7.1.2)
  10. Pass31,009 miles (+196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,009 miles
    Test number
    664638930656
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Before centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Near rear suspension (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Pass30,813 miles (+170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,813 miles
    Test number
    285271453193
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust pipe coroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip to windscreen
  12. Pass30,643 miles (+520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,643 miles
    Test number
    179328775476
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass30,123 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    385188274037
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail30,123 miles (+70)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    866968674093
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass30,053 miles (+1,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,053 miles
    Test number
    536824273033
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass28,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,302 miles
    Test number
    155332172407
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail28,302 miles (+726)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,302 miles
    Test number
    279462272025
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass27,576 miles (+675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,576 miles
    Test number
    527410071043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass26,901 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,901 miles
    Test number
    563161380007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,888 miles (+378)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,888 miles
    Test number
    843414370037
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
  21. Pass26,510 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,510 miles
    Test number
    124228469424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,018 miles (+1,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,018 miles
    Test number
    974022178044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  23. Pass24,794 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,794 miles
    Test number
    973085567077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    131002466470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,983 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    444681566084
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T881 ARV

Does T881 ARV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T881 ARV is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T881 ARV?
The MOT on T881 ARV is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T881 ARV done?
T881 ARV was recorded at 46,142 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 1,155 miles a year.
Has T881 ARV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T881 ARV has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on T881 ARV 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 T881 ARV find?
T881 ARV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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