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Volkswagen LT

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V696 DDCMOT history

V696 DDC is a grey diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 3 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 275,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
275,183 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V696 DDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V696 DDC was last recorded at 275,183 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 5,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
270,106 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,077 miles
Average per year
5,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 275,183 miles
  • 2025 – 270,106 miles
  • 2024 – 265,060 miles
  • 2023 – 257,311 miles
  • 2021 – 252,981 miles
  • 2020 – 247,087 miles
  • 2019 – 240,903 miles
  • 2018 – 233,506 miles
  • 2017 – 226,854 miles
  • 2016 – 220,469 miles
  • 2015 – 214,002 miles
  • 2014 – 205,863 miles
  • 2013 – 203,049 miles
  • 2012 – 201,375 miles
  • 2008 – 197,632 miles
  • 2007 – 188,791 miles
  • 2005 – 172,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass275,183 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and components have surface corrosion

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of cab

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass275,183 miles (+5,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    275,183 miles
    Test number
    232334432138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components have surface corrosion

  2. Pass270,106 miles (+5,046)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    270,106 miles
    Test number
    972371177338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle been undersealed

  3. Pass265,060 miles (+7,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    265,060 miles
    Test number
    457985548881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody been undersealed

  4. Pass257,311 miles (+4,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    257,311 miles
    Test number
    733692753265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront door and cilla rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded

  5. Pass252,981 miles (+5,894)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    252,981 miles
    Test number
    866114250366
    • AdvisoryFront doors both corroded and outer sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass247,087 miles (+6,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    247,087 miles
    Test number
    468629106257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass240,903 miles (+7,397)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    240,903 miles
    Test number
    697044115069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass233,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    233,506 miles
    Test number
    883868064153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail233,506 miles (+6,652)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,506 miles
    Test number
    106129074567
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass226,854 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    226,854 miles
    Test number
    116336052265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass220,469 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    220,469 miles
    Test number
    920217163348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail220,447 miles (+6,445)13 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,447 miles
    Test number
    351844196786
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPassenger side seat belt twisted

  13. Pass214,002 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    214,002 miles
    Test number
    598184422063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of cab (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen marked to due wiper blade
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail213,993 miles (+8,130)18 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,993 miles
    Test number
    258606288568
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure locking clip missing (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid aims off screen (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of cab (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired clip missing (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of cab (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen marked to due wiper blade
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass205,863 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    205,863 miles
    Test number
    806388934250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail205,863 miles (+2,814)2 dangerous11 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,863 miles
    Test number
    617554234249
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass203,049 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    203,049 miles
    Test number
    336364113264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass201,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    201,375 miles
    Test number
    118989902232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail201,375 miles (+3,743)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,375 miles
    Test number
    617758102236
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail197,632 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,632 miles
    Test number
    130048208370
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass197,632 miles (+8,841)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    197,632 miles
    Test number
    424908608465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass188,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    188,791 miles
    Test number
    651145107336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail188,791 miles (+16,019)3 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,791 miles
    Test number
    501734707389
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass172,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    172,772 miles
    Test number
    440397205392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V696 DDC

Does V696 DDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V696 DDC is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V696 DDC?
The MOT on V696 DDC is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V696 DDC done?
V696 DDC was recorded at 275,183 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 5,047 miles a year.
Has V696 DDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V696 DDC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on V696 DDC 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 V696 DDC find?
V696 DDC passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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