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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T988 FOBMOT history

T988 FOB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 214,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
214,131 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T988 FOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T988 FOB was last recorded at 214,131 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 6,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,243 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,888 miles
Average per year
5,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,131 miles
  • 2025 – 207,243 miles
  • 2024 – 203,177 miles
  • 2023 – 197,457 miles
  • 2022 – 197,250 miles
  • 2021 – 192,618 miles
  • 2020 – 185,878 miles
  • 2019 – 175,815 miles
  • 2018 – 167,163 miles
  • 2016 – 164,125 miles
  • 2015 – 156,128 miles
  • 2014 – 146,490 miles
  • 2013 – 132,521 miles
  • 2012 – 122,324 miles
  • 2011 – 120,991 miles
  • 2009 – 117,093 miles
  • 2008 – 113,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,131 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake calliper retaining clip missing
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake lever on brake calliper not returning fully
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNew brake pads fitted n/s/f still has old brake pads fitted o/s/f
  • AdvisoryPark brake only just met requirements, o/s/r low effort

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear bumper bar corroded behind towbar

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear bumper corroded behind tow bar

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,131 miles (+6,888)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    214,131 miles
    Test number
    739750842403
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake calliper retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake lever on brake calliper not returning fully
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNew brake pads fitted n/s/f still has old brake pads fitted o/s/f
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just met requirements, o/s/r low effort
  2. Pass207,243 miles (+4,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    207,243 miles
    Test number
    444375262944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear of inner wheel arch corroded just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin thickness of backing plate (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar corroded behind towbar
  3. Pass203,177 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    203,177 miles
    Test number
    433624521804
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar corroded behind towbar
  4. Fail203,177 miles (+5,720)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,177 miles
    Test number
    199964101932
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar corroded behind towbar
  5. Pass197,457 miles (+5)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    197,457 miles
    Test number
    125682656935
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly on inside
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded behind tow bar
  6. Fail197,452 miles (+202)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,452 miles
    Test number
    192211210762
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly on inside
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded behind tow bar
  7. Pass197,250 miles (+4,632)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    197,250 miles
    Test number
    109397378788
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly inside edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded behind tow bar
  8. Pass192,618 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    192,618 miles
    Test number
    984044755055
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaitor slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar slightly corroded behind tow-bar
  9. Fail192,618 miles (+6,740)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,618 miles
    Test number
    553379518978
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides 21" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaitor slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bar slightly corroded behind tow-bar
  10. Pass185,878 miles (+22)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    185,878 miles
    Test number
    268310417297
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom corner cracked, likely to spread (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective holed, allowing moisture inside (4.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake low effort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail185,856 miles (+10,041)5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,856 miles
    Test number
    216500064457
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements not loud enough (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom corner cracked, likely to spread (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective holed, allowing moisture inside (4.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake low effort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass175,815 miles (+619)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    175,815 miles
    Test number
    991888991978
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp damaged
  13. Fail175,196 miles (+8,033)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,196 miles
    Test number
    471574688891
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres waering on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp damaged
  14. Pass167,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    167,163 miles
    Test number
    206248482138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens has small crack to outer lens.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight lens has small stone chip.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake hose ferules starting to corrode.
  15. Fail167,163 miles (+3,038)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,163 miles
    Test number
    322244633793
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens has small crack to outer lens.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight lens has small stone chip.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake hose ferules starting to corrode.
  16. Pass164,125 miles (+51)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    164,125 miles
    Test number
    376695772082
    • AdvisoryNearside front ,nearside rear, offside front tyres are wearing on inside edge .
    • AdvisoryNearside front track-rod end bush has slight play.
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp glass lens cracked.
    • AdvisoryService brake pedal rubber worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has cut to outer sidewall.
  17. Fail164,074 miles (+7,946)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,074 miles
    Test number
    274138866887
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front ,nearside rear, offside front tyres are wearing on inside edge .
    • AdvisoryNearside front track-rod end bush has slight play.
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp glass lens cracked.
    • AdvisoryService brake pedal rubber worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has cut to outer sidewall.
  18. Pass156,128 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,128 miles
    Test number
    521653293819
    • AdvisoryCut in side wall of nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp has been repaired
  19. Fail156,004 miles (+9,514)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,004 miles
    Test number
    549068320414
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCut in side wall of nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp has been repaired
  20. Pass146,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    146,490 miles
    Test number
    319355114354
    • AdvisoryCentre 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Fail146,490 miles (+13,969)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,490 miles
    Test number
    437535714478
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass132,521 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    132,521 miles
    Test number
    899508593259
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Fail132,488 miles (+10,164)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,488 miles
    Test number
    819836193284
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass122,324 miles (+1,333)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    122,324 miles
    Test number
    907720652240
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteHand brake cable rusting
  25. Pass120,991 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    120,991 miles
    Test number
    486782731196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass117,093 miles (+3,938)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    117,093 miles
    Test number
    380968339375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass113,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    824119738373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T988 FOB

Does T988 FOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T988 FOB is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T988 FOB?
The MOT on T988 FOB is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T988 FOB done?
T988 FOB was recorded at 214,131 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 5,659 miles a year.
Has T988 FOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T988 FOB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T988 FOB 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 T988 FOB find?
T988 FOB passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 13 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area, and 10 more.

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