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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T885 RSFMOT history

T885 RSF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
101,661 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T885 RSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T885 RSF was last recorded at 101,661 miles on 25 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,650 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,661 miles
  • 2025 – 101,466 miles
  • 2024 – 101,372 miles
  • 2023 – 99,799 miles
  • 2022 – 97,156 miles
  • 2021 – 95,122 miles
  • 2020 – 93,520 miles
  • 2019 – 91,416 miles
  • 2018 – 89,127 miles
  • 2017 – 86,894 miles
  • 2016 – 84,143 miles
  • 2015 – 81,455 miles
  • 2014 – 78,637 miles
  • 2013 – 75,304 miles
  • 2012 – 71,481 miles
  • 2011 – 67,705 miles
  • 2010 – 63,869 miles
  • 2009 – 60,277 miles
  • 2008 – 56,515 miles
  • 2007 – 50,604 miles
  • 2006 – 42,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,661 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casing all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront arches corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s/f sill and both front arches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s/r light lens damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,661 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,661 miles
    Test number
    381359569654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casing all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront arches corroded

  2. Fail101,650 miles (+184)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,650 miles
    Test number
    200036715819
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high headlight slightly loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casing all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront arches corroded

  3. Pass101,466 miles (+94)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,466 miles
    Test number
    130244221674
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four shock absorbers corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass101,372 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    101,372 miles
    Test number
    468036249914
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail101,371 miles (+1,572)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,371 miles
    Test number
    436350841183
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass99,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,799 miles
    Test number
    244070175710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,799 miles (+2,643)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,799 miles
    Test number
    145549860561
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,156 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,156 miles
    Test number
    267577778101
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f sill and both front arches corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r light lens damage

  9. Fail97,155 miles (+2,033)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    366510953464
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f sill and both front arches corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r light lens damage

  10. Pass95,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,122 miles
    Test number
    853256897139
    • AdvisoryRear calliper cable sticking o/s rear
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake poor

  11. Fail95,122 miles (+1,602)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,122 miles
    Test number
    675804058348
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp not working when sidelights on (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear calliper cable sticking o/s rear
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake poor

  12. Pass93,520 miles (+2,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,520 miles
    Test number
    853199699928
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  13. Pass91,416 miles (+2,289)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    795718599899
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s driving lamp inop
    • AdvisoryPanel behind rear bumper excess corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear brakes poor

  14. Pass89,127 miles (+2,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,127 miles
    Test number
    925045596058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  15. Pass86,894 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,894 miles
    Test number
    796026368636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,143 miles
    Test number
    911293994423
    • AdvisoryN/s rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear foot-brake poor

  17. Fail84,143 miles (+2,688)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,143 miles
    Test number
    916078634712
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking under bonnet (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp n/s front side lamp on when brakes applied (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear foot-brake poor

  18. Pass81,455 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    81,455 miles
    Test number
    977249825016
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSteering slight roughness
    • NoteWipers poor

  19. Fail81,455 miles (+2,818)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,455 miles
    Test number
    145499125051
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSteering slight roughness
    • NoteWipers poor

  20. Pass78,637 miles (+3,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    797030934024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass75,304 miles (+3,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,304 miles
    Test number
    877480533090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass71,481 miles (+3,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,481 miles
    Test number
    188263832014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass67,705 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,705 miles
    Test number
    456954531080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,869 miles (+3,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,869 miles
    Test number
    190345230445
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  25. Pass60,277 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,277 miles
    Test number
    642420039024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,515 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,515 miles
    Test number
    884732438054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,604 miles (+7,661)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,604 miles
    Test number
    122631437441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    224814636062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T885 RSF

Does T885 RSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T885 RSF is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T885 RSF?
The MOT on T885 RSF is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T885 RSF done?
T885 RSF was recorded at 101,661 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has T885 RSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T885 RSF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T885 RSF 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 T885 RSF find?
T885 RSF passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casing all; front arches corroded.

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