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Volkswagen Transporter

Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V656 DBJMOT history

V656 DBJ is a cream diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 262,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

V656 DBJ cream Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
262,699 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V656 DBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V656 DBJ was last recorded at 262,699 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 7,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,118 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,581 miles
Average per year
11,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,699 miles
  • 2025 – 255,118 miles
  • 2024 – 244,328 miles
  • 2023 – 237,724 miles
  • 2022 – 229,704 miles
  • 2021 – 223,394 miles
  • 2020 – 217,595 miles
  • 2019 – 209,474 miles
  • 2018 – 194,287 miles
  • 2017 – 182,890 miles
  • 2016 – 170,812 miles
  • 2015 – 163,947 miles
  • 2014 – 154,072 miles
  • 2013 – 140,934 miles
  • 2012 – 127,336 miles
  • 2011 – 108,823 miles
  • 2010 – 91,053 miles
  • 2009 – 68,420 miles
  • 2008 – 56,525 miles
  • 2007 – 39,763 miles
  • 2006 – 31,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,699 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,699 miles (+7,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    262,699 miles
    Test number
    949486254575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass255,118 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    255,118 miles
    Test number
    678970513343
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light units damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Under inflated /cracking/perishing
  3. Fail255,118 miles (+10,790)1 dangerous5 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,118 miles
    Test number
    113877601596
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength swing arm mounting inner sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light units damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Under inflated /cracking/perishing
  4. Pass244,328 miles (+6,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    244,328 miles
    Test number
    824313828829
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive antifreeze leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass237,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    237,724 miles
    Test number
    103089854701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail237,724 miles (+8,020)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,724 miles
    Test number
    236581223132
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass229,704 miles (+430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    229,704 miles
    Test number
    164947574911
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail229,274 miles (+5,880)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,274 miles
    Test number
    604708135312
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass223,394 miles (+116)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    223,394 miles
    Test number
    662868239796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail223,278 miles (+5,683)12 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,278 miles
    Test number
    225221427234
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust incomplete cam belt ? throttle cable stiff (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive level just above minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass217,595 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    217,595 miles
    Test number
    503092216130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on vehicle underside
  12. Fail217,541 miles (+8,067)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,541 miles
    Test number
    138964322264
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on vehicle underside
  13. Pass209,474 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    209,474 miles
    Test number
    142290742740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front track rods
  14. Fail209,400 miles (+15,113)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,400 miles
    Test number
    200449733888
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front track rods
  15. Pass194,287 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    194,287 miles
    Test number
    951671401048
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and close to the limit n/s 2mm o/s 3mm
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner track arms
  16. Fail194,287 miles (+11,397)11 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,287 miles
    Test number
    162905925294
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper insecure (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play + rubber perished/split (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and close to the limit n/s 2mm o/s 3mm
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner track arms
  17. Pass182,890 miles (+66)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    182,890 miles
    Test number
    432503245536
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake back plate corroded
  18. Fail182,824 miles (+12,012)4 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,824 miles
    Test number
    256517510167
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake back plate corroded
  19. Pass170,812 miles (+6,865)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    170,812 miles
    Test number
    556164048698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass163,947 miles (+66)10 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    163,947 miles
    Test number
    389207925012
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s f door check strap broken
    • NoteN/s no/plate light dim
    • NoteTow bar soket bracket corroded
  21. Fail163,881 miles (+9,809)2 failures10 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,881 miles
    Test number
    189160625451
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s f door check strap broken
    • NoteN/s no/plate light dim
    • NoteTow bar soket bracket corroded
  22. Pass154,072 miles (+13,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    154,072 miles
    Test number
    346674014045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass140,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    140,934 miles
    Test number
    379232423074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail140,934 miles (+13,598)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,934 miles
    Test number
    665142223012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  25. Pass127,336 miles (+18,513)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    127,336 miles
    Test number
    778005222021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail108,823 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,823 miles
    Test number
    829184021003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass108,823 miles (+17,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    108,823 miles
    Test number
    836854221078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass91,053 miles (+22,633)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,053 miles
    Test number
    944800720097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,420 miles (+11,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    68,420 miles
    Test number
    622717509074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Fail56,525 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,525 miles
    Test number
    210325518047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  31. Pass56,525 miles (+16,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,525 miles
    Test number
    464225118090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  32. Fail39,763 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,763 miles
    Test number
    671353327094
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  33. Pass39,763 miles (+8,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,763 miles
    Test number
    960243227049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  34. Pass31,035 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,035 miles
    Test number
    490174626072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail31,032 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,032 miles
    Test number
    343131026063
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V656 DBJ

Does V656 DBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V656 DBJ is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V656 DBJ?
The MOT on V656 DBJ is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V656 DBJ done?
V656 DBJ was recorded at 262,699 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 11,464 miles a year.
Has V656 DBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V656 DBJ has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V656 DBJ 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 V656 DBJ find?
V656 DBJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member.

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