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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,459 cc

R293 TDVMOT history

R293 TDV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 59,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

R293 TDV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,999 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R293 TDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
22 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R293 TDV was last recorded at 59,999 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,998 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,999 miles
  • 2024 – 59,998 miles
  • 2023 – 59,997 miles
  • 2022 – 59,990 miles
  • 2021 – 59,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,999 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion to all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront corrosion to both inner wingsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 15 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,999 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,999 miles
    Test number
    774394952314
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion to all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to both inner wings
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass59,998 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,998 miles
    Test number
    362264504958
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to both inner wings
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  3. Pass59,997 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    59,997 miles
    Test number
    471501574602
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to both inner wings
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  4. Pass59,990 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    616825351892
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  5. Pass59,982 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    385828017910
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside body and components
  6. Fail59,982 miles1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    386088239203
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside body and components

Questions about R293 TDV

Does R293 TDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R293 TDV is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R293 TDV?
The MOT on R293 TDV is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R293 TDV done?
R293 TDV was recorded at 59,999 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4 miles a year.
Has R293 TDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R293 TDV has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on R293 TDV 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 R293 TDV find?
R293 TDV passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion to all brake discs, and 3 more.

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