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Volkswagen Multivan

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

P231 RBAMOT history

P231 RBA is a red diesel Volkswagen Multivan first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 9 of 19 MOT tests, with 413,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2023.

P231 RBA red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
413,640 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2023
MOT tests
19
9 passed · 10 failed
Per year
12,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P231 RBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Multivan
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P231 RBA was last recorded at 413,640 miles on 28 Jun 2023, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
413,618 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
12,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 413,640 miles
  • 2018 – 362,123 miles
  • 2017 – 343,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass413,640 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 chassis leg end has corrosion,not prescribed area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front inner wheel arch has corrosion,not prescribed area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust system deterioated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass413,640 miles (+22)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    413,640 miles
    Test number
    399357755980
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail413,618 miles3 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    413,618 miles
    Test number
    239634672103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing no key provided to check seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced in arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced in arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind bumper support (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected backing plate trapped between wheel and caliper (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support badly corroded
  3. Pass403,303 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    403,303 km
    Test number
    350816782246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail403,303 km (+10)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    403,303 km
    Test number
    526725253595
    • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail403,293 km (+5,476)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    403,293 km
    Test number
    809812415213
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively damaged (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass397,817 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    397,817 km
    Test number
    434905349885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front CHASSIS OUTSIDE OF FRONT PRESCRIBED AREA (VERY BADLY CORRODED)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION OUT SIDE OF PRESCRIBED AREA
  7. Fail397,817 km (+10,517)3 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    397,817 km
    Test number
    136295497981
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment RACK END VERY BADLY WORN (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour EXCESS BLACK SMOKE SMOKE TEST ABORTED (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Road wheel badly distorted EDGE (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL REAR OF FRONT SUSPENSION MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure VERY BADLY REPAIRED (TIN CAN USED REAR SECTION LOOSE AND BLOWING ) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD INSECURE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front CHASSIS OUTSIDE OF FRONT PRESCRIBED AREA (VERY BADLY CORRODED)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside STEERING RACK GAITER TWISTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION OUT SIDE OF PRESCRIBED AREA
  8. Pass387,300 km10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    387,300 km
    Test number
    143250752331
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis leg corroded in none prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack is worn, no excessive free play detected at the steering wheel
    • AdvisoryTow bar corroded, not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  9. Fail387,300 km1 dangerous8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    387,300 km
    Test number
    154120280629
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis leg corroded in none prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack is worn, no excessive free play detected at the steering wheel
    • AdvisoryTow bar corroded, not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  10. Pass362,123 miles (+326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    362,123 miles
    Test number
    347902735332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg end has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch has corrosion,not prescribed area
  11. Fail361,797 miles5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    361,797 miles
    Test number
    738037476027
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg end has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass343,089 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    343,089 km
    Test number
    714207964844
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear of fuel tank and to o/s/r flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg end has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Fail343,089 miles9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    343,089 miles
    Test number
    570644203717
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear of fuel tank and to o/s/r flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg end has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch has corrosion,not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass326,625 km (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    326,625 km
    Test number
    325790122845
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Fail326,585 km (+19,674)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    326,585 km
    Test number
    760052740766
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass306,911 km (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    306,911 km
    Test number
    112469110315
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc inner face pitted and corroded
  17. Fail306,890 km (+18,884)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,890 km
    Test number
    696326296627
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various holes/corrosion but not in prescribed area (2.4.A.3)
  18. Pass288,006 km (+35)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    288,006 km
    Test number
    999067654348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail287,971 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,971 km
    Test number
    477444354424
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about P231 RBA

Does P231 RBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P231 RBA expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P231 RBA?
The MOT on P231 RBA expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P231 RBA done?
P231 RBA was recorded at 413,640 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2023, an average of 12,738 miles a year.
Has P231 RBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P231 RBA has failed 10 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on P231 RBA 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 P231 RBA find?
P231 RBA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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