
Volkswagen Transporter
Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc
V657 EJHMOT history
V657 EJH is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 223,901 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 223,901 mi
- At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 20 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 8,440 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V657 EJH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 24 Sept 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
V657 EJH was last recorded at 223,901 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 223,901 miles · 15 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 8,440 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 223,901 miles
- 2025 – 220,968 miles
- 2024 – 219,732 miles
- 2023 – 212,268 miles
- 2022 – 203,363 miles
- 2020 – 195,779 miles
- 2019 – 182,937 miles
- 2018 – 173,983 miles
- 2017 – 163,199 miles
- 2016 – 152,722 miles
- 2015 – 140,607 miles
- 2014 – 133,336 miles
- 2013 – 125,627 miles
- 2012 – 120,223 miles
- 2011 – 114,652 miles
- 2010 – 104,199 miles
- 2009 – 93,673 miles
- 2008 – 83,279 miles
- 2007 – 70,343 miles
- 2006 – 60,492 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2025
Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Full MOT history
36 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass223,901 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 223,901 miles
- Test number
- 963585466703
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Fail223,901 miles (+2,933)5 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 223,901 miles
- Test number
- 376333059740
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass220,968 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 220,968 miles
- Test number
- 378109263474
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail220,968 miles (+1,236)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,968 miles
- Test number
- 596116748984
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
Pass219,732 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 219,732 miles
- Test number
- 251574223599
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fail219,732 miles (+7,464)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,732 miles
- Test number
- 723928105687
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFuel pipe leaking Injector leak offs (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass212,268 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 212,268 miles
- Test number
- 537476425326
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail212,268 miles (+8,905)8 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,268 miles
- Test number
- 376325844433
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass203,363 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 203,363 miles
- Test number
- 767633727855
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fail203,357 miles (+7,578)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 203,357 miles
- Test number
- 232431740529
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit is 1.1 (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass195,779 miles (+113)3 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 195,779 miles
- Test number
- 471274885435
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Fail195,666 miles (+12,729)1 dangerous9 major3 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,666 miles
- Test number
- 466959719321
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear in middle (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear in middle joint (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement handbrake lever on caliper, handbrake giving a low reading (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Pass182,937 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 182,937 miles
- Test number
- 850816787864
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail182,931 miles (+8,948)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,931 miles
- Test number
- 463315374189
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass173,983 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 173,983 miles
- Test number
- 578730692968
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in middle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Fail173,972 miles (+10,773)1 dangerous11 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,972 miles
- Test number
- 983835561778
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt anchorage loose seat forward mount bolt missing (7.1.1 (b))
- MajorFuel pipe leaking diesel leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in middle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Pass163,199 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 163,199 miles
- Test number
- 580976238994
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail163,196 miles (+10,474)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,196 miles
- Test number
- 410220744563
- FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass152,722 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 152,722 miles
- Test number
- 439038727258
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak engine covered in oil
Fail152,722 miles (+12,115)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,722 miles
- Test number
- 210614927608
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak engine covered in oil
Pass140,607 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 140,607 miles
- Test number
- 266375695106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail140,607 miles (+7,271)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,607 miles
- Test number
- 738134295138
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Pass133,336 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 133,336 miles
- Test number
- 318597794124
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail133,336 miles (+7,709)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,336 miles
- Test number
- 468877694111
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass125,627 miles (+5,404)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 125,627 miles
- Test number
- 878843483124
- AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteWater leak
Pass120,223 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 120,223 miles
- Test number
- 817988392140
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteN/s/r tyre wall damaged
- NoteO/s/r sill damaged
Fail120,219 miles (+5,567)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,219 miles
- Test number
- 629155992145
- FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
- Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteN/s/r tyre wall damaged
- NoteO/s/r sill damaged
Pass114,652 miles (+10,453)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 114,652 miles
- Test number
- 599613961263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass104,199 miles (+40)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 104,199 miles
- Test number
- 111134560224
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail104,159 miles (+10,486)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,159 miles
- Test number
- 332580260252
- DangerousPower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Pass93,673 miles (+56)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 93,673 miles
- Test number
- 932578759263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail93,617 miles (+10,338)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,617 miles
- Test number
- 481627259284
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail83,279 miles4 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,279 miles
- Test number
- 930515558223
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass83,279 miles (+12,936)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 83,279 miles
- Test number
- 973315958264
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,343 miles (+9,851)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 70,343 miles
- Test number
- 760001367253
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass60,492 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 60,492 miles
- Test number
- 331966456476
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Questions about V657 EJH
- Does V657 EJH currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V657 EJH is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on V657 EJH?
- The MOT on V657 EJH is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has V657 EJH done?
- V657 EJH was recorded at 223,901 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,440 miles a year.
- Has V657 EJH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V657 EJH has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on V657 EJH 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 V657 EJH find?
- V657 EJH passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.
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