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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T8 JTVMOT history

T8 JTV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 151,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
151,533 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 JTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 JTV was last recorded at 151,533 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 1,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Oct 2017: 126,484 miles, lower than 181,774 miles on 24 Oct 2016.

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
150,245 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,288 miles
Average per year
466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,533 miles
  • 2025 – 150,245 miles
  • 2024 – 149,253 miles
  • 2023 – 148,062 miles
  • 2022 – 141,157 miles
  • 2021 – 135,076 miles
  • 2019 – 129,652 miles
  • 2018 – 128,454 miles
  • 2017 – 126,506 miles
  • 2016 – 181,774 miles
  • 2015 – 179,028 miles
  • 2014 – 175,970 miles
  • 2013 – 172,932 miles
  • 2012 – 170,554 miles
  • 2007 – 170,108 miles
  • 2006 – 158,514 miles
  • 2005 – 142,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,533 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underbody has all over corrosion and inner and outer seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    151,533 miles
    Test number
    676544413545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail151,533 miles (+1,288)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,533 miles
    Test number
    568319538291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass150,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,245 miles
    Test number
    194020481865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail150,243 miles (+990)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,243 miles
    Test number
    716771604520
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,253 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    149,253 miles
    Test number
    612520082011
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has all over corrosion and inner and outer seals

  6. Fail149,250 miles (+1,188)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,250 miles
    Test number
    385394196831
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has all over corrosion and inner and outer seals
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged

  7. Pass148,062 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,062 miles
    Test number
    668094437780
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory position lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail148,062 miles (+6,905)3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,062 miles
    Test number
    708307940237
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory position lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass141,157 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,157 miles
    Test number
    186281598958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,076 miles
    Test number
    181117933833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail135,076 miles (+5,424)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,076 miles
    Test number
    312191440403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,652 miles (+1,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,652 miles
    Test number
    511850083470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass128,454 miles (+1,948)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    128,454 miles
    Test number
    398172370031
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass126,506 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,506 miles
    Test number
    379060096572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail126,484 miles (-55,290)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,484 miles
    Test number
    859835325909
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass181,774 miles (+2,746)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    181,774 miles
    Test number
    720122098229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE OIL LEAK

  17. Pass179,028 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    179,028 miles
    Test number
    306885826923
    • AdvisorySpare wheel flat

  18. Fail179,008 miles (+3,038)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,008 miles
    Test number
    395111634689
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel flat

  19. Pass175,970 miles (+3,038)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    175,970 miles
    Test number
    168423034252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight wear inner tyre edges on front tyres

  20. Pass172,932 miles (+2,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    172,932 miles
    Test number
    197307643239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass170,554 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    170,554 miles
    Test number
    578913062249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play at steering wheel.

  22. Fail170,554 miles (+446)11 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,554 miles
    Test number
    167141962283
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Torsion bar adjustment assembly inadequately locked (2.4.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake warning light on.
    • NoteDrivers door awkward to open from the inside.
    • NoteSlight play at steering wheel.

  23. Pass170,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    170,108 miles
    Test number
    140326007371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail170,108 miles (+11,594)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,108 miles
    Test number
    882716807320
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  25. Pass158,514 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    158,514 miles
    Test number
    490947106437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail158,504 miles (+16,491)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,504 miles
    Test number
    973298296236
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  27. Pass142,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    142,013 miles
    Test number
    330469295409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail142,013 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,013 miles
    Test number
    851499295264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T8 JTV

Does T8 JTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 JTV is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 JTV?
The MOT on T8 JTV is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 JTV done?
T8 JTV was recorded at 151,533 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 466 miles a year.
Has T8 JTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 JTV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 JTV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T8 JTV find?
T8 JTV passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis around shock absorber mounting; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis around shock absorber mounting; steering column top bearing slightly worn.

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