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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

T963 RMWMOT history

T963 RMW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
164,340 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T963 RMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T963 RMW was last recorded at 164,340 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 2,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Aug 2023: 97,162 miles, lower than 154,242 miles on 25 Aug 2022.

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
162,302 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,038 miles
Average per year
4,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,340 miles
  • 2025 – 162,302 miles
  • 2024 – 160,756 miles
  • 2023 – 97,162 miles
  • 2022 – 154,242 miles
  • 2021 – 151,285 miles
  • 2020 – 147,376 miles
  • 2019 – 141,292 miles
  • 2018 – 134,326 miles
  • 2017 – 131,008 miles
  • 2016 – 128,601 miles
  • 2015 – 121,635 miles
  • 2014 – 115,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,340 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember and inner wings corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn smooth on inner edges . (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills corroded on inner and outer and covered . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush borderline . (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg by shock absorber mounting . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded and borderline . (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fog lamp not working .Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Valance corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Borderline .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Blue smoke .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember corroded and holed .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills corroded under covering .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,340 miles (+2,038)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    164,340 miles
    Test number
    903602924900
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember and inner wings corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn smooth on inner edges . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills corroded on inner and outer and covered . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush borderline . (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg by shock absorber mounting . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper corroded and borderline . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fog lamp not working .
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Valance corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Pass162,302 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,302 miles
    Test number
    735340549200
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Borderline . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Blue smoke . (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills corroded under covering . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Borderline . (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fog lamp not working .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail162,301 miles (+1,545)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,301 miles
    Test number
    562721007264
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split . (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Borderline . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Blue smoke . (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills corroded under covering . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Borderline . (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fog lamp not working .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass160,756 miles (+63,594)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,756 miles
    Test number
    598952777014
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass97,162 miles (-57,080)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,162 miles
    Test number
    521783636216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,242 miles (+2,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,242 miles
    Test number
    509726933185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel has slight movement up and down
  7. Pass151,285 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,285 miles
    Test number
    888317078918
    • MinorRear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon treated sections of vehicle underbody showing age related corrosion, but not excessive yet.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Driveshaft joint misting grease out.
  8. Fail151,284 miles (+3,908)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,284 miles
    Test number
    356910911698
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and O/S (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon treated sections of vehicle underbody showing age related corrosion, but not excessive yet.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Driveshaft joint misting grease out.
  9. Pass147,376 miles (+6,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    147,376 miles
    Test number
    807793613457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake performance low
  10. Pass141,292 miles (+6,966)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,292 miles
    Test number
    732762973518
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished/weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing on small end also (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat rake movement works intermittantly
  11. Pass134,326 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    134,326 miles
    Test number
    707624075202
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Fail134,269 miles (+90)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,269 miles
    Test number
    722647853093
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged perished showing construction (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth inner edge
  13. Fail134,179 miles (+3,171)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,179 miles
    Test number
    881675790083
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner shoulder
  14. Pass131,008 miles (+2,407)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    131,008 miles
    Test number
    854676185907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber feels weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float top bush (2.1.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside steering rack
  15. Pass128,601 miles (+6,966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,601 miles
    Test number
    386081811602
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner steering joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  16. Pass121,635 miles (+6,385)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,635 miles
    Test number
    648902405275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  17. Pass115,250 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,250 miles
    Test number
    257278674161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,233 miles1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,233 miles
    Test number
    988006974148
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T963 RMW

Does T963 RMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T963 RMW is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T963 RMW?
The MOT on T963 RMW is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T963 RMW done?
T963 RMW was recorded at 164,340 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,021 miles a year.
Has T963 RMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T963 RMW has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T963 RMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Aug 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T963 RMW find?
T963 RMW passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 12 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember and inner wings corroded and holed .; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn smooth on inner edges .; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills corroded on inner and outer and covered ., and 9 more.

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