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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T986 PDGMOT history

T986 PDG is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 223,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
223,302 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T986 PDG
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
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T986 PDG was last recorded at 223,302 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Aug 2008: 40,175 miles, lower than 132,100 miles on 24 Sept 2007.

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
221,675 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,627 miles
Average per year
5,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,302 miles
  • 2025 – 221,675 miles
  • 2019 – 221,461 miles
  • 2018 – 214,802 miles
  • 2017 – 211,716 miles
  • 2016 – 201,281 miles
  • 2015 – 188,318 miles
  • 2014 – 175,614 miles
  • 2013 – 170,800 miles
  • 2012 – 168,783 miles
  • 2011 – 160,971 miles
  • 2010 – 157,700 miles
  • 2009 – 142,362 miles
  • 2008 – 40,177 miles
  • 2007 – 132,100 miles
  • 2006 – 119,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,302 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,302 miles (+1,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    223,302 miles
    Test number
    896321500721
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass221,675 miles (+214)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    221,675 miles
    Test number
    404743282136
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass221,461 miles (+6,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    221,461 miles
    Test number
    532251288514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass214,802 miles (+3,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    214,802 miles
    Test number
    609268317462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass211,716 miles (+10,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    211,716 miles
    Test number
    128642848955
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspect play in steering rack

  6. Pass201,281 miles (+12,963)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    201,281 miles
    Test number
    116503456256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear (2.4.F.3)

  7. Pass188,318 miles (+12,704)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    188,318 miles
    Test number
    376428334121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass175,614 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    175,614 miles
    Test number
    836683314286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail175,571 miles (+4,771)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,571 miles
    Test number
    127142914247
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  10. Pass170,800 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    170,800 miles
    Test number
    425541913239
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail170,723 miles (+1,940)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,723 miles
    Test number
    367355503416
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass168,783 miles (+7,812)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    168,783 miles
    Test number
    856354532265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass160,971 miles (+3,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    160,971 miles
    Test number
    477994311225
    • NoteFlat spot on n/s rear inner wheel rim

  14. Pass157,700 miles (+15,338)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    157,700 miles
    Test number
    381005630206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass142,362 miles (+102,185)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    142,362 miles
    Test number
    222786139077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,177 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    711201528227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,175 miles (-91,925)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,175 miles
    Test number
    652140228213
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSidewall of offside rear tyre damaged

  18. Pass132,100 miles (+12,134)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    132,100 miles
    Test number
    311197067221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    119,966 miles
    Test number
    573675856279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,966 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,966 miles
    Test number
    531610556271
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T986 PDG

Does T986 PDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T986 PDG is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T986 PDG?
The MOT on T986 PDG is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T986 PDG done?
T986 PDG was recorded at 223,302 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,165 miles a year.
Has T986 PDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T986 PDG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on T986 PDG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T986 PDG find?
T986 PDG passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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