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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver and Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T891 CBNMOT history

T891 CBN is a silver and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 211,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
211,001 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T891 CBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T891 CBN was last recorded at 211,001 miles on 20 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jun 2015: 190,191 miles, lower than 191,032 miles on 4 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
211,001 miles · 19 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 211,001 miles
  • 2022 – 208,944 miles
  • 2021 – 203,703 miles
  • 2019 – 200,487 miles
  • 2018 – 198,450 miles
  • 2017 – 196,433 miles
  • 2016 – 193,836 miles
  • 2015 – 190,191 miles
  • 2014 – 188,437 miles
  • 2013 – 185,310 miles
  • 2012 – 183,086 miles
  • 2011 – 173,318 miles
  • 2010 – 157,991 miles
  • 2009 – 149,118 miles
  • 2008 – 136,788 miles
  • 2007 – 125,765 miles
  • 2006 – 112,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,001 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front both tyres perished and developing bald inner shoulders

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front seat not locking in place

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,001 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    211,001 miles
    Test number
    287003075338
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail211,001 miles (+2,057)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,001 miles
    Test number
    711155130356
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass208,944 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    208,944 miles
    Test number
    881880648816
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres perished and developing bald inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat not locking in place
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  4. Fail208,942 miles (+5,239)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,942 miles
    Test number
    882036546282
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres perished and developing bald inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat not locking in place
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  5. Pass203,703 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    203,703 miles
    Test number
    669517103956
    • AdvisoryBrake cable corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen

  6. Fail203,702 miles (+3,215)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,702 miles
    Test number
    395279573042
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen

  7. Pass200,487 miles (+2,037)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,487 miles
    Test number
    855390323862
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,450 miles (+2,017)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    198,450 miles
    Test number
    654872308977
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged Both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parkbrake low efficiency
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake cable deteriorated

  9. Pass196,433 miles (+2,597)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    196,433 miles
    Test number
    764833131084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass193,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    193,836 miles
    Test number
    748017696888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Fail193,836 miles (+3,645)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,836 miles
    Test number
    637418706844
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass190,191 miles (-841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    190,191 miles
    Test number
    656071865101
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail191,032 miles (+2,595)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,032 miles
    Test number
    895545855190
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass188,437 miles (+3,127)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    188,437 miles
    Test number
    918514844176
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass185,310 miles (+2,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    185,310 miles
    Test number
    516886593050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass183,086 miles (+9,768)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    183,086 miles
    Test number
    225925572133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteReplace rear number plate

  17. Pass173,318 miles (+15,327)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    173,318 miles
    Test number
    749397731198
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
    • NoteSurface perishing to nearside front and nearside rear tyres

  18. Pass157,991 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    157,991 miles
    Test number
    334787130181
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorated

  19. Fail157,991 miles (+8,873)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,991 miles
    Test number
    173747430103
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  20. Pass149,118 miles (+12,330)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    149,118 miles
    Test number
    190296449165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight rear brake imbalance

  21. Pass136,788 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    136,788 miles
    Test number
    311428248140
    • NoteSlight rear brake imbalance

  22. Fail136,788 miles (+11,023)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,788 miles
    Test number
    514668648125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight rear brake imbalance

  23. Fail125,765 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,765 miles
    Test number
    222199647491
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass125,765 miles (+13,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    125,765 miles
    Test number
    233149147482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass112,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    112,505 miles
    Test number
    604662756176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T891 CBN

Does T891 CBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T891 CBN expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T891 CBN?
The MOT on T891 CBN expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T891 CBN done?
T891 CBN was recorded at 211,001 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2023, an average of 5,834 miles a year.
Has T891 CBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T891 CBN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T891 CBN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T891 CBN find?
T891 CBN passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2023 with 7 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective missing; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 4 more.

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