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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T981 EFJMOT history

T981 EFJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 214,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
214,255 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 EFJ
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
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 EFJ was last recorded at 214,255 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,204 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
6,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,255 miles
  • 2025 – 207,174 miles
  • 2024 – 193,748 miles
  • 2023 – 187,014 miles
  • 2021 – 182,838 miles
  • 2020 – 178,964 miles
  • 2019 – 176,835 miles
  • 2018 – 175,741 miles
  • 2017 – 174,080 miles
  • 2016 – 171,394 miles
  • 2015 – 170,452 miles
  • 2014 – 165,418 miles
  • 2013 – 159,408 miles
  • 2012 – 151,190 miles
  • 2011 – 140,721 miles
  • 2010 – 138,883 miles
  • 2009 – 123,738 miles
  • 2008 – 111,931 miles
  • 2007 – 100,988 miles
  • 2006 – 90,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,255 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake servo corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,255 miles (+51)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    214,255 miles
    Test number
    993654267971
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail214,204 miles (+7,030)1 dangerous10 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,204 miles
    Test number
    729382594810
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn roll bar D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass207,174 miles (+13,426)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    207,174 miles
    Test number
    827055664599
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer slightly holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass193,748 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    193,748 miles
    Test number
    313235966158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail193,706 miles (+6,692)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,706 miles
    Test number
    507986736401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass187,014 miles (+4,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,014 miles
    Test number
    696984118639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass182,838 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    182,838 miles
    Test number
    429713254487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail182,826 miles (+3,862)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,826 miles
    Test number
    956677913890
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass178,964 miles (+2,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    178,964 miles
    Test number
    821651277502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass176,835 miles (+2)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,835 miles
    Test number
    295362203561
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Fail176,833 miles (+1,092)2 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,833 miles
    Test number
    459216982914
    • 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  12. Pass175,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    175,741 miles
    Test number
    302967819524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail175,740 miles (+1,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,740 miles
    Test number
    205622079621
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass174,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    174,080 miles
    Test number
    713635586835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail174,079 miles (+2,685)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,079 miles
    Test number
    559802071346
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass171,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    171,394 miles
    Test number
    972620270294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPAS Requires Adjustment

  17. Fail171,393 miles (+941)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,393 miles
    Test number
    129921978367
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPAS Requires Adjustment

  18. Pass170,452 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,452 miles
    Test number
    448033185035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass165,418 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    165,418 miles
    Test number
    147364334427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass159,408 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    159,408 miles
    Test number
    847611733028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail159,398 miles (+8,208)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,398 miles
    Test number
    326840533008
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass151,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    151,190 miles
    Test number
    768169712003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail151,190 miles (+10,469)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,190 miles
    Test number
    588878712093
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass140,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    140,721 miles
    Test number
    226889811021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail140,721 miles (+1,838)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,721 miles
    Test number
    948774911046
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass138,883 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    138,883 miles
    Test number
    413192890252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail138,852 miles (+15,114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,852 miles
    Test number
    701381590273
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass123,738 miles (+11,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    123,738 miles
    Test number
    240045179466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass111,931 miles (+10,943)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    111,931 miles
    Test number
    744390278161
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass100,988 miles (+10,856)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    100,988 miles
    Test number
    230136377473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass90,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    90,132 miles
    Test number
    284776626484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 EFJ

Does T981 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 EFJ is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 EFJ?
The MOT on T981 EFJ is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 EFJ done?
T981 EFJ was recorded at 214,255 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 6,250 miles a year.
Has T981 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 EFJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T981 EFJ 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 T981 EFJ find?
T981 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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