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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T889 CBNMOT history

T889 CBN is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 199,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
199,063 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 CBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 CBN was last recorded at 199,063 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,031 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
3,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,063 miles
  • 2024 – 196,367 miles
  • 2023 – 194,731 miles
  • 2021 – 193,704 miles
  • 2020 – 186,774 miles
  • 2019 – 181,704 miles
  • 2018 – 169,952 miles
  • 2017 – 159,348 miles
  • 2016 – 158,147 miles
  • 2015 – 155,768 miles
  • 2014 – 154,509 miles
  • 2013 – 152,548 miles
  • 2012 – 150,720 miles
  • 2011 – 147,314 miles
  • 2010 – 143,272 miles
  • 2009 – 138,756 miles
  • 2008 – 134,033 miles
  • 2007 – 129,785 miles
  • 2006 – 125,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,063 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Horn is a siren

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,063 miles (+32)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    199,063 miles
    Test number
    888806088323
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail199,031 miles (+2,664)10 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,031 miles
    Test number
    596510971542
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass196,367 miles (+1,636)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    196,367 miles
    Test number
    730482817109
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass194,731 miles (+1,027)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    194,731 miles
    Test number
    900883701602
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s handbrake effort low

  5. Pass193,704 miles (+6,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,704 miles
    Test number
    680202712330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass186,774 miles (+5,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    186,774 miles
    Test number
    530770910172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass181,704 miles (+11,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    181,704 miles
    Test number
    997933342551
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,952 miles (+270)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    169,952 miles
    Test number
    486812810662
    • MinorHorn is a siren (7.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail169,682 miles (+10,334)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,682 miles
    Test number
    417698296954
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp incorrect colour offside and nearside (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure offside and nearside (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers insecurely attached offside and nearside (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn is a siren (7.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass159,348 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,348 miles
    Test number
    750201244414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail159,346 miles (+1,199)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,346 miles
    Test number
    762193766867
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass158,147 miles (+2,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    158,147 miles
    Test number
    687222885677
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass155,768 miles (+1,259)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    155,768 miles
    Test number
    865212515072
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteFront brake hoses perishing.
    • NoteNearside front tyre valve perishing.
    • NoteNearside inner driveshaft gaiter perishing.
    • NoteNearside rear lamps lens damaged.
    • NoteSlight blow from centrre of exhaust system.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside front anti-roll bar vertical link bushes.

  14. Pass154,509 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    154,509 miles
    Test number
    117946714020
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteNearside front tyre valve perishing.
    • NoteNearside rear lamps lens damaged.
    • NoteOffside front brake hose perishing.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside front anti-roll bar vertical link bushes.

  15. Fail154,509 miles (+1,961)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,509 miles
    Test number
    135166714024
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteNearside front tyre valve perishing.
    • NoteNearside rear lamps lens damaged.
    • NoteOffside front brake hose perishing.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside front anti-roll bar vertical link bushes.

  16. Pass152,548 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    152,548 miles
    Test number
    508515523084
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteNearside rear lamps lens damaged.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn down to 2.3mm.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside anti-roll bar vertical link bushes.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.

  17. Fail152,543 miles (+1,823)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,543 miles
    Test number
    709675223067
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteNearside rear lamps lens damaged.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn down to 2.3mm.
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside anti-roll bar vertical link bushes.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.

  18. Pass150,720 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    150,720 miles
    Test number
    729207012026
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly and signs of possible overheating.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside front anti-roll bar link top bushes.

  19. Fail150,720 miles (+3,406)2 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,720 miles
    Test number
    635286412029
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly and signs of possible overheating.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside front anti-roll bar link top bushes.

  20. Pass147,314 miles (+4,042)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    147,314 miles
    Test number
    835024321095
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteEvidence of possible slight bind from nearside rear brake. Fault not present at time of test.
    • NoteNearside front tyre valve perishing.
    • NoteNearside wiper slightly split.
    • NoteOffside front and nearside front brake hoses perishing slightly.
    • NoteOffside front suspension lower ball joint gaiter split.
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside of steering rack.
    • NoteSlight play in offside front anti-roll bar vertical link top bush.

  21. Pass143,272 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    143,272 miles
    Test number
    491614010024
    • NoteAll tyre valves are perished
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • NoteCoolant level is low
    • NoteN/S/R fog light lens is damaged
    • NoteSlight damaged to the windscreen
    • NoteSlight play on both front track rod ball joints

  22. Fail143,272 miles (+4,516)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,272 miles
    Test number
    494724010043
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAll tyre valves are perished
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • NoteCoolant level is low
    • NoteN/S/R fog light lens is damaged
    • NoteSlight damaged to the windscreen
    • NoteSlight play on both front track rod ball joints

  23. Pass138,756 miles (+4,723)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    138,756 miles
    Test number
    960771829016
    • NoteN/S/F tyre is perished and also had got a few cut
    • NoteO/S/F brake pad worn low
    • NoteSlight damaged to the windscreen

  24. Fail134,033 miles1 dangerous2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,033 miles
    Test number
    370401728075
    • DangerousSTRONG ADVISORY - BRAKE FLUID MAY BE CONTAMINATED. LOOKS WRONG COLOUR FOR DOT 4 IN RESERVOIR.
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNoise like an exhaust blow from engine bay area.
    • NoteOffside front suspension lower ball-joint boot split.

  25. Pass134,033 miles (+4,248)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    134,033 miles
    Test number
    953981528037
    • DangerousSTRONG ADVISORY - BRAKE FLUID MAY BE CONTAMINATED. LOOKS WRONG COLOUR FOR DOT 4 IN RESERVOIR.
    • NoteNoise like an exhaust blow from engine bay area.
    • NoteOffside front suspension lower ball-joint boot split.

  26. Pass129,785 miles (+4,430)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    690249217040
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads wearing low.
    • NoteO/S/F lower suspension arm ball joint boot split.

  27. Pass125,355 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    125,355 miles
    Test number
    393556916041
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar link bushes slightly worn.
    • NoteSlight play in OS & NS of steering rack. †

Questions about T889 CBN

Does T889 CBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 CBN is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T889 CBN?
The MOT on T889 CBN is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 CBN done?
T889 CBN was recorded at 199,063 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,701 miles a year.
Has T889 CBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 CBN has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T889 CBN 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 T889 CBN find?
T889 CBN passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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