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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

NJS 97MOT history

NJS 97 is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 178,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

NJS 97 black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
178,656 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NJS 97
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NJS 97 was last recorded at 178,656 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,656 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,656 miles
  • 2025 – 174,291 miles
  • 2024 – 164,850 miles
  • 2023 – 156,009 miles
  • 2022 – 145,864 miles
  • 2021 – 137,438 miles
  • 2019 – 133,680 miles
  • 2018 – 125,791 miles
  • 2017 – 116,856 miles
  • 2016 – 108,751 miles
  • 2015 – 101,043 miles
  • 2014 – 94,099 miles
  • 2013 – 87,226 miles
  • 2012 – 76,608 miles
  • 2011 – 55,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,656 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside side repeater lens missing

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,656 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    178,656 miles
    Test number
    426872547955
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail178,656 miles (+4,365)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,656 miles
    Test number
    347492850633
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  3. Pass174,291 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    174,291 miles
    Test number
    109504961441
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  4. Fail174,291 miles (+9,441)4 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,291 miles
    Test number
    585706561832
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  5. Pass164,850 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,850 miles
    Test number
    718327061599
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  6. Fail164,844 miles (+8,835)5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,844 miles
    Test number
    864206123448
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  7. Pass156,009 miles (+311)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,009 miles
    Test number
    587711705748
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  8. Fail155,698 miles (+9,834)6 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,698 miles
    Test number
    919732345298
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  9. Pass145,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,864 miles
    Test number
    650589482016
    • AdvisoryBoth silencers outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  10. Fail145,863 miles (+8,425)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,863 miles
    Test number
    375154062434
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryBoth silencers outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  11. Pass137,438 miles (+3,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,438 miles
    Test number
    374920044241
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing

  12. Pass133,680 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,680 miles
    Test number
    203272831994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail133,680 miles (+7,889)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,680 miles
    Test number
    877976711438
    • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass125,791 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,791 miles
    Test number
    831385601977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  15. Fail125,791 miles (+8,935)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,791 miles
    Test number
    449128365590
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Pass116,856 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,856 miles
    Test number
    820796032630
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close to limit and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre inner sidewall slightly distorted

  17. Fail116,856 miles (+8,105)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,856 miles
    Test number
    931837823075
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close to limit and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre inner sidewall slightly distorted

  18. Pass108,751 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,751 miles
    Test number
    108414138927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front inner brake pads may be wearingvthin
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre badly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance front brakes, nearside weaker

  19. Fail108,751 miles (+7,708)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,751 miles
    Test number
    147130144520
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front inner brake pads may be wearingvthin
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre badly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance front brakes, nearside weaker

  20. Pass101,043 miles (+6,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    101,043 miles
    Test number
    356598134475
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Fail94,099 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    477893854308
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass94,099 miles (+6,873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    517783054356
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass87,226 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,226 miles
    Test number
    136064953322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail87,226 miles (+10,618)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,226 miles
    Test number
    949144053393
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass76,608 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    778348432341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,523 miles (+11,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,523 miles
    Test number
    147619102494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass55,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,844 miles
    Test number
    527444401085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NJS 97

What vehicle is registration NJS 97 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NJS 97 on a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Dec 2007. 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 NJS 97 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NJS 97 is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on NJS 97?
The MOT on NJS 97 is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NJS 97 done?
NJS 97 was recorded at 178,656 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 8,098 miles a year.
Has NJS 97 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NJS 97 has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on NJS 97 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 NJS 97 find?
NJS 97 passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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