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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P472 RNHMOT history

P472 RNH is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 168,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2025.

P472 RNH grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
168,927 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P472 RNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
20 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
14 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P472 RNH was last recorded at 168,927 miles on 14 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,927 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,927 miles
  • 2024 – 164,949 miles
  • 2023 – 164,628 miles
  • 2022 – 164,520 miles
  • 2018 – 163,253 miles
  • 2017 – 160,187 miles
  • 2015 – 158,632 miles
  • 2014 – 158,106 miles
  • 2013 – 157,304 miles
  • 2012 – 155,735 miles
  • 2011 – 152,901 miles
  • 2010 – 149,927 miles
  • 2009 – 148,111 miles
  • 2008 – 146,847 miles
  • 2007 – 140,557 miles
  • 2006 – 126,555 miles
  • 2005 – 111,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,927 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test items from windshield item from sun visorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear exhaust box pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,927 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,927 miles
    Test number
    830288499180
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test items from windshield item from sun visor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail168,927 miles (+3,978)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,927 miles
    Test number
    894013282010
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test items from windshield item from sun visor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass164,949 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    164,949 miles
    Test number
    491482069713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,628 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,628 miles
    Test number
    675863236163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail164,601 miles (+81)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,601 miles
    Test number
    341670670884
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Fail164,520 miles (+1,267)12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,520 miles
    Test number
    553083174666
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass163,253 miles (+3,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    163,253 miles
    Test number
    932059843773
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside both tyres worn from edges
    • AdvisorySills are undersealed

  8. Pass160,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    160,187 miles
    Test number
    702208743849
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box pipes corroded

  9. Fail160,187 miles (+659)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,187 miles
    Test number
    526959158312
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering belt noisy

  10. Pass159,528 miles (+896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    159,528 miles
    Test number
    624303824789
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryEmissions slightly smoking
    • AdvisoryUnder body of vehicle corroded

  11. Pass158,632 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    158,632 miles
    Test number
    943817124571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,631 miles (+525)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,631 miles
    Test number
    283491776340
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

  13. Pass158,106 miles (+802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    158,106 miles
    Test number
    358140934300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass157,304 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    157,304 miles
    Test number
    889967333372
    • NoteCorrosion on nsf under sill engine smokey

  15. Fail157,304 miles (+1,569)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,304 miles
    Test number
    825243333371
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCorrosion on nsf under sill engine smokey

  16. Pass155,735 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    155,735 miles
    Test number
    627932212367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail155,732 miles (+2,831)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,732 miles
    Test number
    845350012363
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass152,901 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    152,901 miles
    Test number
    616795111320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail152,893 miles (+2,966)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,893 miles
    Test number
    536229741276
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f brake disc corroded

  20. Pass149,927 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    149,927 miles
    Test number
    913073220223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail149,927 miles (+1,816)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,927 miles
    Test number
    161672820278
    • FailureFront Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail148,111 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,111 miles
    Test number
    301836819218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  23. Pass148,111 miles (+1,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    148,111 miles
    Test number
    372636519215
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  24. Pass146,847 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    146,847 miles
    Test number
    350772528489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail146,847 miles (+6,290)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,847 miles
    Test number
    393442028243
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass140,557 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    140,557 miles
    Test number
    733064467284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail140,510 miles (+13,955)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,510 miles
    Test number
    560437857225
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  28. Pass126,555 miles (+14,905)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    126,555 miles
    Test number
    503217646293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass111,650 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    111,650 miles
    Test number
    151449455246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail111,607 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    793436255242
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about P472 RNH

Does P472 RNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P472 RNH expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P472 RNH?
The MOT on P472 RNH expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P472 RNH done?
P472 RNH was recorded at 168,927 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2025, an average of 2,915 miles a year.
Has P472 RNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P472 RNH has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P472 RNH 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 P472 RNH find?
P472 RNH passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2025 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes; items removed from driver's view prior to test items from windshield item from sun visor; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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