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Volkswagen Sportter

Green · Petrol · 1984 · 1,888 cc

KCN 398MOT history

KCN 398 is a green petrol Volkswagen Sportter first used on 17 Apr 1984. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 228,092 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
228,092 km
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,915 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KCN 398
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Sportter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,888 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
17 Apr 1984
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

KCN 398 was last recorded at 228,092 km on 18 Jun 2026, 1,792 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2023: 223,524 km, lower than 321,600 km on 13 Jul 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
226,300 km · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,792 km
Average per year
2,915 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,092 km
  • 2025 – 226,300 km
  • 2024 – 224,897 km
  • 2023 – 223,524 km
  • 2022 – 321,600 km
  • 2021 – 220,424 km
  • 2020 – 217,942 km
  • 2019 – 215,348 km
  • 2014 – 196,606 km
  • 2013 – 193,888 km
  • 2012 – 183,840 km
  • 2011 – 183,840 km
  • 2007 – 173,781 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,092 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,092 km (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    228,092 km
    Test number
    643118475265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass226,300 km
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    226,300 km
    Test number
    800081004863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail226,281 km (+1,384)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,281 km
    Test number
    544780339243
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass224,897 km (+19)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    224,897 km
    Test number
    782330533569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail224,878 km (+1,354)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,878 km
    Test number
    956580731213
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass223,524 km (-98,076)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    223,524 km
    Test number
    305074763623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass321,600 km (+100,032)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    321,600 km
    Test number
    137006032596
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind, o/s/f.

  8. Fail221,568 km (+1,144)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,568 km
    Test number
    906445752583
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight brake bind.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass220,424 km1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    220,424 km
    Test number
    566988315492
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail220,424 km (+2,482)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,424 km
    Test number
    609589364899
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass217,942 km (+17)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    217,942 km
    Test number
    615388054433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail217,925 km (+2,577)1 dangerous8 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,925 km
    Test number
    544220633591
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass215,348 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    215,348 km
    Test number
    435617755502
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail214,517 miles (+2,490)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,517 miles
    Test number
    636262617793
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass212,027 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    212,027 miles
    Test number
    116065894495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Fail212,008 miles (+2,976)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,008 miles
    Test number
    561134991339
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  17. Pass209,032 miles (+4,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    209,032 miles
    Test number
    946146261579
    • AdvisoryEuro light covers fitted

  18. Pass204,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    204,123 miles
    Test number
    345626430582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail204,123 miles (+2,779)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,123 miles
    Test number
    644279597717
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass201,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    201,344 miles
    Test number
    258898885430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass196,606 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    196,606 km
    Test number
    789215084196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail196,545 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,545 miles
    Test number
    578654684115
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  23. Pass193,888 km (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    193,888 km
    Test number
    369309683175
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail193,886 km (+10,046)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,886 km
    Test number
    845156983179
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass183,840 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    183,840 km
    Test number
    966043602022
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail183,840 km5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,840 km
    Test number
    656693351316
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn is a siren (1.6.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass181,608 miles (+7,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    181,608 miles
    Test number
    876768211064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass174,257 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    174,257 miles
    Test number
    290608149449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass173,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    173,781 miles
    Test number
    274685007353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail173,781 km5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,781 km
    Test number
    790534807382
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about KCN 398

What vehicle is registration KCN 398 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KCN 398 on a green petrol Volkswagen Sportter first used on 17 Apr 1984. 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 KCN 398 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on KCN 398 is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on KCN 398?
The MOT on KCN 398 is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has KCN 398 done?
KCN 398 was recorded at 228,092 km at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,915 km a year.
Has KCN 398 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KCN 398 has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on KCN 398 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on KCN 398 find?
KCN 398 passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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