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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,968 cc

T917 DGBMOT history

T917 DGB is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 177,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
177,914 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T917 DGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T917 DGB was last recorded at 177,914 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 4,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,389 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,525 miles
Average per year
5,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,914 miles
  • 2025 – 173,389 miles
  • 2024 – 171,520 miles
  • 2023 – 169,837 miles
  • 2022 – 169,446 miles
  • 2021 – 168,986 miles
  • 2020 – 167,471 miles
  • 2018 – 157,518 miles
  • 2017 – 140,561 miles
  • 2016 – 135,617 miles
  • 2015 – 131,501 miles
  • 2014 – 127,283 miles
  • 2013 – 123,752 miles
  • 2012 – 118,478 miles
  • 2011 – 109,793 miles
  • 2010 – 102,082 miles
  • 2008 – 95,204 miles
  • 2007 – 85,765 miles
  • 2006 – 79,418 miles
  • 2005 – 72,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,914 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear service brake just met requirements

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    177,914 miles
    Test number
    727640047384
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake just met requirements

  2. Fail177,914 miles (+4,525)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,914 miles
    Test number
    113517900144
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake just met requirements

  3. Pass173,389 miles (+1,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    173,389 miles
    Test number
    227333441157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efficiency has just been met.

  4. Pass171,520 miles (+1,683)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    171,520 miles
    Test number
    194340187427
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,837 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,837 miles
    Test number
    692684231339
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail169,835 miles (+389)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,835 miles
    Test number
    620432822157
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass169,446 miles (+27)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,446 miles
    Test number
    630712607202
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail169,419 miles (+433)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,419 miles
    Test number
    949757708556
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass168,986 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    168,986 miles
    Test number
    916335802711
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  10. Fail168,986 miles (+1,515)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,986 miles
    Test number
    761029294345
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  11. Pass167,471 miles (+9,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    167,471 miles
    Test number
    832872807252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass157,518 miles (+16,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    157,518 miles
    Test number
    345634025626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass140,561 miles (+4,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    140,561 miles
    Test number
    646854975464
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass135,617 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    135,617 miles
    Test number
    760888943052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail135,616 miles (+4,115)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,616 miles
    Test number
    224166775295
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass131,501 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,501 miles
    Test number
    278450665483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront suspension components corroded

  17. Fail131,499 miles (+4,216)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,499 miles
    Test number
    796406355191
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront suspension components corroded

  18. Pass127,283 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    127,283 miles
    Test number
    167814754113
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail127,283 miles (+3,531)5 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,283 miles
    Test number
    719969844155
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass123,752 miles (+5,274)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,752 miles
    Test number
    718649853120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass118,478 miles (+31)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,478 miles
    Test number
    868919792186
    • DangerousNearside front indicator was initially not working then started to work (intermittent fault)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front heat shield on underside adrift

  22. Fail118,447 miles (+8,654)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,447 miles
    Test number
    728316092167
    • DangerousNearside front indicator was initially not working then started to work (intermittent fault)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside front heat shield on underside adrift

  23. Pass109,793 miles (+83)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,793 miles
    Test number
    939669311131
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall perishing 195/70r15c
    • NotePower steering belt perishing

  24. Fail109,710 miles (+7,628)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,710 miles
    Test number
    808619701105
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall perishing 195/70r15c
    • NotePower steering belt perishing

  25. Pass102,082 miles (+78)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    102,082 miles
    Test number
    264503780052
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NotePower steering pipes on rack corroding

  26. Fail102,004 miles (+6,800)13 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,004 miles
    Test number
    962398660096
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePower steering belt perishing
    • NotePower steering pipes on steering rack corroding

  27. Pass95,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    95,204 miles
    Test number
    143007258365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail95,204 miles (+9,439)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,204 miles
    Test number
    252633158377
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass85,765 miles (+6,347)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,765 miles
    Test number
    302260727337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside steering rack track rod at rack end wearing

  30. Pass79,418 miles (+6,766)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    79,418 miles
    Test number
    474252416425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHand brake cable corroding
    • NoteNoise at offside front drive shaft

  31. Pass72,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    72,652 miles
    Test number
    524894785291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail72,652 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,652 miles
    Test number
    560694485281
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T917 DGB

Does T917 DGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T917 DGB is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T917 DGB?
The MOT on T917 DGB is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T917 DGB done?
T917 DGB was recorded at 177,914 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,065 miles a year.
Has T917 DGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T917 DGB has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T917 DGB 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 T917 DGB find?
T917 DGB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: brake load sensing valve stiff; rear service brake just met requirements.

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