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Volkswagen Transporter

Pink and Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T889 UGFMOT history

T889 UGF is a pink and cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 143,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,519 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 UGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Pink and Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 UGF was last recorded at 143,519 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,480 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
4,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,519 miles
  • 2025 – 143,480 miles
  • 2024 – 133,956 miles
  • 2023 – 125,734 miles
  • 2022 – 122,186 miles
  • 2021 – 121,685 miles
  • 2019 – 121,418 miles
  • 2018 – 120,926 miles
  • 2017 – 120,191 miles
  • 2016 – 115,717 miles
  • 2015 – 107,305 miles
  • 2014 – 106,189 miles
  • 2013 – 98,041 miles
  • 2012 – 88,813 miles
  • 2011 – 83,757 miles
  • 2010 – 78,027 miles
  • 2009 – 71,240 miles
  • 2008 – 64,649 miles
  • 2006 – 50,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,519 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,519 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,519 miles
    Test number
    699704553765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail143,480 miles (+9,524)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,480 miles
    Test number
    610868319570
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked in yellow x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass133,956 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    133,956 miles
    Test number
    487245807133
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Both rears (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rears
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail133,954 miles (+8,220)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,954 miles
    Test number
    218627801263
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Both rears (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rears
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass125,734 miles (+3,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,734 miles
    Test number
    187167097396
    • AdvisoryBrake repair covered in underseal Numerous under (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush eye bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  6. Pass122,186 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,186 miles
    Test number
    625289756703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,685 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,685 miles
    Test number
    766975520243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,677 miles (+259)3 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    774355507056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn plus boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding lever on calliper sticking (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass121,418 miles (+492)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,418 miles
    Test number
    814981362336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 1.6 mm worn out on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, worn out on edhe (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit 1.6mm , worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass120,926 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,926 miles
    Test number
    640239737610
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 1.6 mm- worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 1.6mm worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail120,926 miles (+735)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,926 miles
    Test number
    676438307268
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 1.6 mm- worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 1.6mm worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass120,191 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,191 miles
    Test number
    313611049480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s , o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/\ , o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn out on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn out on edge
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Fail120,191 miles (+4,474)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,191 miles
    Test number
    379468646892
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour N/s , o/s (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s , o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/\ , o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn out on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn out on edge
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass115,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,717 miles
    Test number
    857255639129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s. ,o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn out on edges (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail115,717 miles (+8,412)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,717 miles
    Test number
    332515287130
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s. ,o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn out on edges (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass107,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,305 miles
    Test number
    897961985156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,305 miles (+1,116)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,305 miles
    Test number
    275917075193
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass106,189 miles (+8,148)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,189 miles
    Test number
    256389244478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  19. Pass98,041 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    98,041 miles
    Test number
    256004453115
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  20. Fail98,041 miles (+9,228)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,041 miles
    Test number
    598219943185
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  21. Pass88,813 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,813 miles
    Test number
    265930462146
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight wiper marks in windscreen
  22. Fail88,809 miles (+282)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,809 miles
    Test number
    858279852158
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly loose
    • NoteSlight wiper marks in windscreen
  23. Pass88,527 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,527 miles
    Test number
    256351802495
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack mounting bushes
  24. Fail88,521 miles (+4,764)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,521 miles
    Test number
    717288282050
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
  25. Pass83,757 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,757 miles
    Test number
    475804181064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteTyres cut in nearside front outter wall
  26. Fail83,757 miles (+5,730)2 dangerous3 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,757 miles
    Test number
    115363581081
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteTyres cut in nearside front outter wall
  27. Pass78,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,027 miles
    Test number
    461943780024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,027 miles (+6,787)7 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,027 miles
    Test number
    764573180056
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass71,240 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    334574489047
    • NoteSteering intemitantly stiff
    • NoteTemp repair to nearside rear lens
  30. Fail71,240 miles (+6,591)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    393744289045
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
  31. Pass64,649 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,649 miles
    Test number
    172727578404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers seat worn
  32. Fail64,649 miles (+13,831)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,649 miles
    Test number
    562477878093
    • DangerousPower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • DangerousPower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers seat worn
  33. Pass50,818 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    452355146153
    • NoteFront pads @80% worn
    • NoteSteering stiff
  34. Fail50,818 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    872375846149
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront pads @80% worn
    • NoteSteering stiff

Questions about T889 UGF

Does T889 UGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 UGF is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T889 UGF?
The MOT on T889 UGF is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 UGF done?
T889 UGF was recorded at 143,519 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 4,714 miles a year.
Has T889 UGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 UGF has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T889 UGF 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 UGF find?
T889 UGF passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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