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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T996 DBWMOT history

T996 DBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 184,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
184,833 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 DBW was last recorded at 184,833 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,833 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,833 miles
  • 2025 – 183,798 miles
  • 2024 – 183,083 miles
  • 2023 – 181,506 miles
  • 2022 – 181,070 miles
  • 2020 – 179,733 miles
  • 2017 – 171,880 miles
  • 2016 – 168,845 miles
  • 2015 – 164,885 miles
  • 2014 – 157,993 miles
  • 2013 – 150,474 miles
  • 2012 – 141,379 miles
  • 2011 – 138,339 miles
  • 2010 – 129,004 miles
  • 2009 – 114,362 miles
  • 2008 – 104,952 miles
  • 2007 – 92,036 miles
  • 2006 – 83,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,833 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant level lowRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,833 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    184,833 miles
    Test number
    682188463961
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail184,833 miles (+1,035)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,833 miles
    Test number
    621975427265
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass183,798 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    183,798 miles
    Test number
    930009713822
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  4. Fail183,798 miles (+715)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,798 miles
    Test number
    352247069552
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  5. Pass183,083 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    183,083 miles
    Test number
    337524567530
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Fail183,083 miles (+3)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,083 miles
    Test number
    730009996120
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Fail183,080 miles (+1,574)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,080 miles
    Test number
    473667996753
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength corroded 30 cm suspension mount/subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength 30cm suspension mount/subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength 30 cm suspension mount/subframe front inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view middle of the screen damage (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low /cuts but no cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,506 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    181,506 miles
    Test number
    774957944219
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail181,500 miles (+430)2 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,500 miles
    Test number
    682717675041
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn metal to metal with disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S/F inner sill 2x rust holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable rusty (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Handbrake efficiency just passed on 16%

  10. Pass181,070 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,070 miles
    Test number
    713378999040
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side of vehicle.

  11. Fail181,070 miles (+1,337)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,070 miles
    Test number
    921600195322
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side of vehicle.

  12. Pass179,733 miles (+7,853)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    179,733 miles
    Test number
    435969067658
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass171,880 miles (+3,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    171,880 miles
    Test number
    214601913751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass168,845 miles (+3,960)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    168,845 miles
    Test number
    907775060489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass164,885 miles (+6,892)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    164,885 miles
    Test number
    278583005291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass157,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    157,993 miles
    Test number
    357176214435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail157,975 miles (+7,501)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,975 miles
    Test number
    268396014289
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  18. Pass150,474 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    150,474 miles
    Test number
    828894913226
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges

  19. Fail150,474 miles (+9,095)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,474 miles
    Test number
    509903413282
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteHeavy corrosion on n/s/r coil spring
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges

  20. Pass141,379 miles (+3,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    141,379 miles
    Test number
    446252122219
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass138,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    138,339 miles
    Test number
    728747311242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail138,339 miles (+9,335)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,339 miles
    Test number
    158965011217
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass129,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    129,004 miles
    Test number
    320313580126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail129,004 miles (+14,642)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,004 miles
    Test number
    244881180170
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass114,362 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    114,362 miles
    Test number
    480453189134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail114,362 miles (+9,410)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,362 miles
    Test number
    654673189162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass104,952 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    104,952 miles
    Test number
    290584588108
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall cracking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer wall cracking

  28. Fail104,952 miles (+12,916)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,952 miles
    Test number
    333074488121
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall cracking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer wall cracking

  29. Pass92,036 miles (+8,986)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    92,036 miles
    Test number
    164592007165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass83,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    83,050 miles
    Test number
    610416896001
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Fail83,050 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,050 miles
    Test number
    674927486014
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T996 DBW

Does T996 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T996 DBW is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T996 DBW?
The MOT on T996 DBW is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T996 DBW done?
T996 DBW was recorded at 184,833 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 5,043 miles a year.
Has T996 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 DBW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T996 DBW 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 T996 DBW find?
T996 DBW passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: coolant level low; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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