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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T897 CBNMOT history

T897 CBN is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 161,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
161,766 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T897 CBN was last recorded at 161,766 miles on 21 Feb 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,758 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,766 miles
  • 2023 – 153,191 miles
  • 2022 – 147,144 miles
  • 2020 – 141,898 miles
  • 2019 – 136,310 miles
  • 2018 – 136,275 miles
  • 2017 – 133,724 miles
  • 2016 – 131,209 miles
  • 2015 – 129,852 miles
  • 2014 – 125,589 miles
  • 2013 – 111,575 miles
  • 2012 – 102,549 miles
  • 2011 – 96,334 miles
  • 2010 – 90,039 miles
  • 2009 – 82,140 miles
  • 2008 – 76,419 miles
  • 2007 – 71,230 miles
  • 2006 – 65,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,766 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,766 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    161,766 miles
    Test number
    429905163964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail161,758 miles (+8,567)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,758 miles
    Test number
    800364804647
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass153,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    153,191 miles
    Test number
    890791111432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail153,181 miles (+6,037)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,181 miles
    Test number
    281437345267
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass147,144 miles (+5,246)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,144 miles
    Test number
    647436833051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,898 miles (+5,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    141,898 miles
    Test number
    238183965966
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front, also slight chafing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed also inner handle (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  7. Pass136,310 miles (+35)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,310 miles
    Test number
    143425648858
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn and offside rear, and corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear shocker mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass136,275 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,275 miles
    Test number
    430775860819
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount area (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail136,275 miles (+2,551)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,275 miles
    Test number
    551160200127
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount area (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass133,724 miles (+2,515)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,724 miles
    Test number
    140010205283
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both, also covered (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both Corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Pass131,209 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    131,209 miles
    Test number
    180305792818
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail131,200 miles (+1,348)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,200 miles
    Test number
    888981956376
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass129,852 miles (+4,263)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,852 miles
    Test number
    618909245129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront steering arms slight play

  14. Pass125,589 miles (+10)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,589 miles
    Test number
    765880344151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteHomemade towbar fitted

  15. Fail125,579 miles (+14,004)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,579 miles
    Test number
    919549924156
    • FailureFront Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteHomemade towbar fitted

  16. Pass111,575 miles (+9,026)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,575 miles
    Test number
    255354573029
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

  17. Pass102,549 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,549 miles
    Test number
    198825742125
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail102,547 miles (+6,213)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,547 miles
    Test number
    248664942474
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass96,334 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,334 miles
    Test number
    238904821195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,039 miles (+7,899)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,039 miles
    Test number
    220809370023
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  21. Fail82,140 miles2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,140 miles
    Test number
    104625769482
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on dash display at time of test
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner shoulder of tread
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass82,140 miles (+5,721)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,140 miles
    Test number
    270455869064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on dash display at time of test
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner shoulder of tread
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass76,419 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    462188758083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rack ends slight play
    • NoteFoot brake rubber worn
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  24. Fail76,419 miles (+5,189)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    434468958098
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rack ends slight play
    • NoteFoot brake rubber worn
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  25. Pass71,230 miles (+6,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,230 miles
    Test number
    772349177012
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass65,045 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    592773186062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  27. Fail65,045 miles6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    243491186028
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about T897 CBN

Does T897 CBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T897 CBN expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T897 CBN?
The MOT on T897 CBN expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T897 CBN done?
T897 CBN was recorded at 161,766 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2024, an average of 5,398 miles a year.
Has T897 CBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 CBN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T897 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 T897 CBN find?
T897 CBN passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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