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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

962 EPAMOT history

962 EPA is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Feb 1996. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 325,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

962 EPA red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
325,221 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
962 EPA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Feb 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

962 EPA was last recorded at 325,221 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 4,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
320,614 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,607 miles
Average per year
7,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 325,221 miles
  • 2025 – 320,614 miles
  • 2024 – 316,329 miles
  • 2023 – 307,686 miles
  • 2022 – 298,917 miles
  • 2021 – 290,363 miles
  • 2020 – 282,649 miles
  • 2019 – 277,499 miles
  • 2018 – 272,181 miles
  • 2017 – 264,703 miles
  • 2016 – 259,035 miles
  • 2015 – 252,770 miles
  • 2014 – 246,881 miles
  • 2013 – 241,072 miles
  • 2012 – 234,278 miles
  • 2011 – 224,280 miles
  • 2010 – 213,316 miles
  • 2009 – 208,552 miles
  • 2008 – 202,602 miles
  • 2007 – 185,298 miles
  • 2006 – 173,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass325,221 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront both front wings rusty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass325,221 miles (+4,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    325,221 miles
    Test number
    490435784079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front wings rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass320,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    320,614 miles
    Test number
    789192785136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail320,614 miles (+4,285)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    320,614 miles
    Test number
    326499532502
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2 x 19 wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass316,329 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    316,329 miles
    Test number
    214902710332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail316,234 miles (+8,548)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,234 miles
    Test number
    524359285269
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass307,686 miles (+171)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    307,686 miles
    Test number
    863452415976
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail307,515 miles (+8,598)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    307,515 miles
    Test number
    735334609976
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass298,917 miles (+85)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    298,917 miles
    Test number
    966585923298
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  9. Fail298,832 miles (+8,469)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    298,832 miles
    Test number
    281925778940
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass290,363 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    290,363 miles
    Test number
    819387565918
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail290,363 miles (+7,714)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,363 miles
    Test number
    372319792054
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass282,649 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    282,649 miles
    Test number
    416476392721
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail282,649 miles (+5,150)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,649 miles
    Test number
    316208694517
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass277,499 miles (+5,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    277,499 miles
    Test number
    930704660245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f chassis outrigger

  15. Pass272,181 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    272,181 miles
    Test number
    238769867950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail272,161 miles (+7,458)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,161 miles
    Test number
    114818338595
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking injector area (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass264,703 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    264,703 miles
    Test number
    575858433305
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail264,663 miles (+5,628)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,663 miles
    Test number
    861477429312
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass259,035 miles (+6,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    259,035 miles
    Test number
    783664142791
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  20. Pass252,770 miles (+5,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    252,770 miles
    Test number
    967609775033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass246,881 miles (+5,809)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    246,881 miles
    Test number
    127725784081
    • NoteAll front suspension swivel boot are perished

  22. Fail241,072 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,072 miles
    Test number
    519426483086
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass241,072 miles (+6,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    241,072 miles
    Test number
    806266083007
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  24. Pass234,278 miles (+9,998)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    234,278 miles
    Test number
    728140012188
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/f chassie

  25. Pass224,280 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    224,280 miles
    Test number
    729334301149
    • NoteCrack in windscreen
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/f chassis is corroded

  26. Fail224,274 miles (+10,958)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,274 miles
    Test number
    197774901151
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCrack in windscreen
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/f chassis is corroded

  27. Pass213,316 miles (+4,764)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    213,316 miles
    Test number
    154620130152
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount in poor condition

  28. Pass208,552 miles (+5,950)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    208,552 miles
    Test number
    203935509422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass202,602 miles (+147)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    202,602 miles
    Test number
    202339008139
    • NoteN/s number plate light is dim
    • NoteWindscreen is cracked

  30. Fail202,455 miles (+17,157)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,455 miles
    Test number
    543556008185
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s number plate light is dim
    • NoteWindscreen is cracked

  31. Pass185,298 miles (+35)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    185,298 miles
    Test number
    384793137085
    • NoteEngine cover fitted †

  32. Fail185,263 miles (+11,964)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,263 miles
    Test number
    140001537425
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted †

  33. Pass173,299 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    173,299 miles
    Test number
    302242536014
    • NoteEngine cover is fitted †n/s tyre wall is perished †n/s/r brake is binding †slight play in steering rack †

Questions about 962 EPA

What vehicle is registration 962 EPA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 962 EPA on a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Feb 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 962 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 962 EPA is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 962 EPA?
The MOT on 962 EPA is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 962 EPA done?
962 EPA was recorded at 325,221 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 7,466 miles a year.
Has 962 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 962 EPA has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on 962 EPA 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 962 EPA find?
962 EPA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front both front wings rusty; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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