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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T996 PDGMOT history

T996 PDG is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 220,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2026
Mileage
220,714 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 PDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 PDG was last recorded at 220,714 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,481 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
233 miles
Average per year
4,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,714 miles
  • 2024 – 220,481 miles
  • 2023 – 220,398 miles
  • 2022 – 220,172 miles
  • 2020 – 220,157 miles
  • 2019 – 219,669 miles
  • 2018 – 219,040 miles
  • 2017 – 217,276 miles
  • 2016 – 215,544 miles
  • 2015 – 210,878 miles
  • 2014 – 207,236 miles
  • 2013 – 198,577 miles
  • 2012 – 187,477 miles
  • 2011 – 177,674 miles
  • 2010 – 164,120 miles
  • 2009 – 160,554 miles
  • 2007 – 154,199 miles
  • 2006 – 148,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,714 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low readings (1.2.1 (c))

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, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    220,714 miles
    Test number
    886201644430
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low readings (1.2.1 (c))
  2. Fail220,712 miles (+231)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,712 miles
    Test number
    978448052849
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low readings (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass220,481 miles (+83)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    220,481 miles
    Test number
    605464571286
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust shield resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass220,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    220,398 miles
    Test number
    539853652204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  5. Fail220,397 miles (+225)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,397 miles
    Test number
    748510393578
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  6. Pass220,172 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    220,172 miles
    Test number
    541553787335
    • 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  7. Fail220,170 miles (+13)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,170 miles
    Test number
    103989102339
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  8. Pass220,157 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    220,157 miles
    Test number
    845751217132
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner side wall splitting.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner side wall perishing.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail220,154 miles (+485)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,154 miles
    Test number
    335949053179
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill corroded and holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner side wall splitting.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner side wall perishing.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass219,669 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,669 miles
    Test number
    125290384808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
  11. Fail219,666 miles (+626)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,666 miles
    Test number
    622414607671
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake valve leaking compensator valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
  12. Pass219,040 miles (+1,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    219,040 miles
    Test number
    540733406747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass217,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    217,276 miles
    Test number
    167736706584
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Fail217,276 miles (+1,732)17 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,276 miles
    Test number
    126612924317
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings behind wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings behind wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
  15. Pass215,544 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    215,544 miles
    Test number
    567392143514
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
  16. Fail215,538 miles (+4,660)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,538 miles
    Test number
    749974348304
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement parking brake (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
  17. Pass210,878 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    210,878 miles
    Test number
    740961791994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  18. Fail210,845 miles (+3,609)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,845 miles
    Test number
    617667227686
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blades splitting (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall splitting (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  19. Fail207,236 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,236 miles
    Test number
    397641134479
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  20. Pass207,236 miles (+8,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    207,236 miles
    Test number
    568541534227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  21. Pass198,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    198,577 miles
    Test number
    856615623286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  22. Fail198,577 miles (+11,100)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,577 miles
    Test number
    459518813275
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Outer Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  23. Pass187,477 miles (+9,803)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    187,477 miles
    Test number
    838905772032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass177,674 miles (+13,554)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    177,674 miles
    Test number
    878908331023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass164,120 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    164,120 miles
    Test number
    982086610062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Fail164,112 miles (+3,558)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,112 miles
    Test number
    164982510077
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Fail160,554 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,554 miles
    Test number
    190069509089
    • Repaired at testHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  28. Pass160,554 miles (+6,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    160,554 miles
    Test number
    662259409036
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  29. Pass154,199 miles (+5,832)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    154,199 miles
    Test number
    410931327464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass148,367 miles (+17,595)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    148,367 miles
    Test number
    490383636466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front outer c.v gaitor weeping grease.
    • NoteO/s and n/s front inner rack joints worn.
    • NoteO/s rear road spring cracked.
  31. Pass130,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    130,772 miles
    Test number
    412142216023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T996 PDG

Does T996 PDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T996 PDG expired on 27 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T996 PDG?
The MOT on T996 PDG expired on 27 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T996 PDG done?
T996 PDG was recorded at 220,714 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 4,625 miles a year.
Has T996 PDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 PDG has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T996 PDG 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 PDG find?
T996 PDG passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low readings.

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