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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,968 cc

N203 VNHMOT history

N203 VNH is a red petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Jan 1996. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

N203 VNH red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
99,324 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N203 VNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
8 Jan 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N203 VNH was last recorded at 99,324 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,316 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,324 miles
  • 2021 – 99,236 miles
  • 2020 – 99,225 miles
  • 2019 – 98,036 miles
  • 2018 – 96,862 miles
  • 2017 – 95,194 miles
  • 2016 – 94,014 miles
  • 2015 – 92,342 miles
  • 2014 – 90,525 miles
  • 2013 – 87,422 miles
  • 2012 – 82,664 miles
  • 2011 – 82,129 miles
  • 2010 – 80,848 miles
  • 2009 – 80,084 miles
  • 2008 – 74,358 miles
  • 2007 – 64,304 miles
  • 2006 – 60,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,324 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,324 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    728191144610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail99,316 miles (+80)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,316 miles
    Test number
    990502749852
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,236 miles (+11)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,236 miles
    Test number
    516166271380
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,225 miles (+1,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,225 miles
    Test number
    980918198942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass98,036 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,036 miles
    Test number
    486129186713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,862 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    96,862 miles
    Test number
    729178393186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,194 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,194 miles
    Test number
    107449177523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,014 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    94,014 miles
    Test number
    527504789689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,342 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    92,342 miles
    Test number
    976194215026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,525 miles (+3,103)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,525 miles
    Test number
    926293014019
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to split
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  11. Pass87,422 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,422 miles
    Test number
    867051413027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,664 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,664 miles
    Test number
    279864222431
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front seat belt cover missing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre aged and cracked

  13. Fail82,664 miles (+535)6 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,664 miles
    Test number
    459982422162
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front rim buckled
    • NoteNearside front seat belt cover missing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre aged and cracked

  14. Pass82,129 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    496459301144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt clasp damaged
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

  15. Fail82,129 miles (+1,281)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    908849201171
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt clasp damaged
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

  16. Pass80,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,848 miles
    Test number
    133245570475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,848 miles (+764)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,848 miles
    Test number
    330135770001
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass80,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    80,084 miles
    Test number
    101047879061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,084 miles (+5,726)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,084 miles
    Test number
    113267079413
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass74,358 miles (+10,054)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,358 miles
    Test number
    821591398099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteThe N/S/F tyre has slight cuts in the sidewall

  21. Pass64,304 miles (+3,831)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,304 miles
    Test number
    830323677034
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass60,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,473 miles
    Test number
    472003386092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,472 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,472 miles
    Test number
    911973586083
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about N203 VNH

Does N203 VNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N203 VNH is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on N203 VNH?
The MOT on N203 VNH is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N203 VNH done?
N203 VNH was recorded at 99,324 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 1,983 miles a year.
Has N203 VNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N203 VNH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on N203 VNH 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 N203 VNH find?
N203 VNH passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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