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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R298 PACMOT history

R298 PAC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 217,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2024.

R298 PAC blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2025
Mileage
217,530 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R298 PAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2025
Latest MOT test
2 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R298 PAC was last recorded at 217,530 miles on 2 May 2024, 2,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,702 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,828 miles
Average per year
5,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 217,530 miles
  • 2023 – 214,702 miles
  • 2020 – 213,546 miles
  • 2019 – 179,126 miles
  • 2018 – 163,868 miles
  • 2015 – 161,549 miles
  • 2014 – 157,261 miles
  • 2013 – 153,799 miles
  • 2012 – 150,472 miles
  • 2011 – 147,009 miles
  • 2010 – 143,650 miles
  • 2009 – 138,282 miles
  • 2008 – 132,554 miles
  • 2007 – 126,191 miles
  • 2006 – 119,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,530 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp insecure

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,530 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    217,530 miles
    Test number
    169369054474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass214,702 miles (+1,156)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    214,702 miles
    Test number
    920364867418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass213,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    213,546 miles
    Test number
    874680835043
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail213,546 miles (+34,420)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,546 miles
    Test number
    724789951240
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass179,126 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    179,126 miles
    Test number
    343380824140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail179,125 miles (+15,257)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,125 miles
    Test number
    874360398107
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass163,868 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    163,868 miles
    Test number
    945207930421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail163,865 miles (+2,316)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,865 miles
    Test number
    550998810292
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass161,549 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    161,549 miles
    Test number
    208010190883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,261 miles (+3,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    157,261 miles
    Test number
    916641214325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass153,799 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    153,799 miles
    Test number
    876283503390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass150,472 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    150,472 miles
    Test number
    735264782266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear springs diffrent sizes
    • NoteSome corrosion o/s rear inner arch area
  13. Fail150,472 miles (+3,463)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,472 miles
    Test number
    946953182212
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear springs diffrent sizes
    • NoteSome corrosion o/s rear inner arch area
  14. Pass147,009 miles (+199)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    147,009 miles
    Test number
    927193691252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre is perished
    • NoteOil light is flashing on
  15. Fail146,810 miles (+3,160)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,810 miles
    Test number
    806765081232
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre is perished
    • NoteOil light is flashing on
  16. Fail143,650 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,650 miles
    Test number
    262282810375
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre slightly perished
    • NoteO/s head light secured in possition with cardboard
  17. Pass143,650 miles (+352)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    143,650 miles
    Test number
    844172810328
    • NoteN/s rear tyre slightly perished
    • NoteO/s head light secured in possition with cardboard
  18. Fail143,298 miles (+5,016)4 dangerous17 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,298 miles
    Test number
    101446780214
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • NoteMovement in steering rack
    • NoteTempture warning light is on
    • NoteN/s inner drive shaft boot is split
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose is perished
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is perished
    • NoteOil warning ligh is on
  19. Pass138,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    138,282 miles
    Test number
    910911509395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail138,282 miles (+5,728)11 failures11 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,282 miles
    Test number
    903220609340
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBoth rear lamp units repaired with tape
    • NoteBrake pedal travel close to excessive
    • NoteMain beam tell tale inoperative
    • NoteNearside rear door will not fully close
    • NoteNearside seat back a little loose
    • NoteOffside front position lamp operated when tapped
    • NoteRear tyres perished
  21. Pass132,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    282843008355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,554 miles (+6,363)10 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    103922908374
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake servo corroding
    • NoteFront brake pads may be low
    • NoteO/s front brake hose perishing
    • NoteOnly 1 out of 2 n/s washer jets working
    • NoteSlight damage to both rear light lenses
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints.
  23. Pass126,191 miles (+7,037)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    126,191 miles
    Test number
    604186637182
    • NoteDints in drivers door
    • NoteRear light lens detereating
  24. Pass119,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    119,154 miles
    Test number
    434417586033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail119,154 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,154 miles
    Test number
    531436786036
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteRust appearing on brake servo
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s rear indicator lens
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about R298 PAC

Does R298 PAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R298 PAC expired on 4 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R298 PAC?
The MOT on R298 PAC expired on 4 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R298 PAC done?
R298 PAC was recorded at 217,530 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2024, an average of 5,435 miles a year.
Has R298 PAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R298 PAC has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on R298 PAC 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 R298 PAC find?
R298 PAC passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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