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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T890 VHTMOT history

T890 VHT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
138,833 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T890 VHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T890 VHT was last recorded at 138,833 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,587 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
246 miles
Average per year
3,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,833 miles
  • 2024 – 138,587 miles
  • 2023 – 137,635 miles
  • 2022 – 136,156 miles
  • 2021 – 135,662 miles
  • 2020 – 130,729 miles
  • 2019 – 125,573 miles
  • 2018 – 117,897 miles
  • 2017 – 110,107 miles
  • 2016 – 101,947 miles
  • 2015 – 94,198 miles
  • 2014 – 84,828 miles
  • 2013 – 83,723 miles
  • 2012 – 83,653 miles
  • 2011 – 82,396 miles
  • 2010 – 75,720 miles
  • 2009 – 70,684 miles
  • 2007 – 68,167 miles
  • 2006 – 64,964 miles
  • 2005 – 60,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,833 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 front and rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Brake performance not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,833 miles (+246)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    138,833 miles
    Test number
    428915626687
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,587 miles (+952)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,587 miles
    Test number
    664614753868
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass137,635 miles (+1,479)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,635 miles
    Test number
    461021377272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,156 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,156 miles
    Test number
    591828655779
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail136,156 miles (+494)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,156 miles
    Test number
    206148457645
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass135,662 miles (+10)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,662 miles
    Test number
    989533460016
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,652 miles (+4,923)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,652 miles
    Test number
    615136429083
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,729 miles (+5,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,729 miles
    Test number
    920189972494
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass125,573 miles (+7,676)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,573 miles
    Test number
    707518413330
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass117,897 miles (+7,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    964243362740
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass110,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,107 miles
    Test number
    355439818503
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered in grease preventing full inspection

  12. Fail110,101 miles (+8,154)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,101 miles
    Test number
    294938928352
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered in grease preventing full inspection

  13. Pass101,947 miles (+7,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,947 miles
    Test number
    896883738332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes all unsealed

  14. Pass94,198 miles (+9,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,198 miles
    Test number
    470338109191
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes all painted and undersealed

  15. Fail84,828 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    286080234267
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass84,828 miles (+1,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    549030534223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass83,723 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,723 miles
    Test number
    459531863208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,653 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,653 miles
    Test number
    737070122221
    • NoteFront and rear discs coroded

  19. Fail83,642 miles (+1,246)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,642 miles
    Test number
    285609712299
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear discs coroded

  20. Pass82,396 miles (+6,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,396 miles
    Test number
    165296251434
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass75,720 miles (+5,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,720 miles
    Test number
    571031760075
    • NoteOff side inner door handle broken (but door can still be opened)

  22. Pass70,684 miles (+2,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,684 miles
    Test number
    714494219098
    • NoteNear side rear tyre starting to perish badly on outer sidewall

  23. Pass68,167 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    68,167 miles
    Test number
    903785647364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,165 miles (+3,201)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,165 miles
    Test number
    324550547380
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • NoteNail in offside raer tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly perished

  25. Pass64,964 miles (+4,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    64,964 miles
    Test number
    102591156291
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs covered in surface rust

  26. Pass60,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    60,413 miles
    Test number
    524669145231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T890 VHT

Does T890 VHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T890 VHT is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T890 VHT?
The MOT on T890 VHT is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T890 VHT done?
T890 VHT was recorded at 138,833 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 3,882 miles a year.
Has T890 VHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T890 VHT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T890 VHT 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 T890 VHT find?
T890 VHT passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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