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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

R16 HPPMOT history

R16 HPP is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

R16 HPP white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
146,221 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 HPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 HPP was last recorded at 146,221 miles on 5 May 2026, 9,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,743 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,478 miles
Average per year
7,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,221 miles
  • 2025 – 136,743 miles
  • 2024 – 127,155 miles
  • 2023 – 126,475 miles
  • 2021 – 114,110 miles
  • 2020 – 104,161 miles
  • 2019 – 99,400 miles
  • 2018 – 89,486 miles
  • 2017 – 84,173 miles
  • 2016 – 81,172 miles
  • 2015 – 69,633 miles
  • 2014 – 62,686 miles
  • 2013 – 55,143 miles
  • 2012 – 46,187 miles
  • 2011 – 37,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,221 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUbcc

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,221 miles (+9,478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    146,221 miles
    Test number
    349917934568
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUbcc
  2. Pass136,743 miles (+9,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,743 miles
    Test number
    582287550000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass127,155 miles (+680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,155 miles
    Test number
    869243138408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass126,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,475 miles
    Test number
    719030392211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,471 miles (+12,361)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,471 miles
    Test number
    262740166796
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass114,110 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,110 miles
    Test number
    323880062923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail114,106 miles (+9,945)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,106 miles
    Test number
    154297925400
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass104,161 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    104,161 miles
    Test number
    954678998885
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail104,155 miles (+4,755)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,155 miles
    Test number
    485073184330
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass99,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,400 miles
    Test number
    747883488458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,400 miles (+9,914)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,400 miles
    Test number
    437062404204
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass89,486 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,486 miles
    Test number
    370647368114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Fail89,449 miles (+5,276)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,449 miles
    Test number
    727366472222
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  14. Pass84,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,173 miles
    Test number
    795860509414
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail84,173 miles (+3,001)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,173 miles
    Test number
    634599138567
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass81,172 miles (+11,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,172 miles
    Test number
    686707993209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass69,633 miles (+6,947)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,633 miles
    Test number
    716377485198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,686 miles
    Test number
    355178464133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,686 miles (+7,543)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,686 miles
    Test number
    808898964107
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  20. Pass55,143 miles (+8,956)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,143 miles
    Test number
    707313093184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,187 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,187 miles
    Test number
    245082272402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,185 miles (+8,418)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,185 miles
    Test number
    268521372462
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  23. Pass37,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,767 miles
    Test number
    615529681146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 HPP

Does R16 HPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 HPP is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 HPP?
The MOT on R16 HPP is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 HPP done?
R16 HPP was recorded at 146,221 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 7,315 miles a year.
Has R16 HPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 HPP has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on R16 HPP 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 R16 HPP find?
R16 HPP passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; ubcc.

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