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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R298 YOOMOT history

R298 YOO is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

R298 YOO grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
99,385 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R298 YOO
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
31 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R298 YOO was last recorded at 99,385 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,251 miles · 13 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
134 miles
Average per year
1,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,385 miles
  • 2021 – 99,251 miles
  • 2020 – 99,079 miles
  • 2019 – 98,459 miles
  • 2017 – 96,100 miles
  • 2016 – 93,717 miles
  • 2015 – 92,206 miles
  • 2014 – 89,766 miles
  • 2013 – 87,985 miles
  • 2012 – 86,515 miles
  • 2011 – 83,385 miles
  • 2010 – 79,787 miles
  • 2009 – 76,162 miles
  • 2008 – 72,780 miles
  • 2007 – 70,165 miles
  • 2006 – 66,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,385 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Slight corrosion around the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,385 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    99,385 miles
    Test number
    882517146530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,251 miles (+172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,251 miles
    Test number
    273906397679
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s chassis rails by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass99,079 miles (+620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    321607980671
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s chassis rail by front bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass98,459 miles (+2,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,459 miles
    Test number
    438261275549
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis rail by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail front by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass96,100 miles (+2,383)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,100 miles
    Test number
    428086810694
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around the vehicle

  6. Pass93,717 miles (+1,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,717 miles
    Test number
    208635559988
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around the vehicle

  7. Pass92,206 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,206 miles
    Test number
    476323956359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on under side of vehicle

  8. Fail92,206 miles (+2,440)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,206 miles
    Test number
    237642900870
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on under side of vehicle

  9. Pass89,766 miles (+1,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    279699244235
    • NoteN/s outer sill non pescribed area holed through corrosion

  10. Pass87,985 miles (+1,470)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,985 miles
    Test number
    378467743489
    • NoteEngine vac hose in poor deteorating
    • NoteHand brake spring adrift but not affecting operation
    • NoteSmall cut n/s front tyre

  11. Pass86,515 miles (+3,130)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,515 miles
    Test number
    879895042257
    • NoteHand brake return spring broken not effecting operation
    • NoteLight corrosion to under side

  12. Pass83,385 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,385 miles
    Test number
    359346441238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,787 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,787 miles
    Test number
    452425140236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,162 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,162 miles
    Test number
    534368849264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,780 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    364103948200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,165 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    331134547461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,795 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,795 miles
    Test number
    474425746290
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  18. Pass66,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,795 miles
    Test number
    753485946296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R298 YOO

Does R298 YOO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R298 YOO is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R298 YOO?
The MOT on R298 YOO is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R298 YOO done?
R298 YOO was recorded at 99,385 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 1,620 miles a year.
Has R298 YOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R298 YOO has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on R298 YOO 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 YOO find?
R298 YOO passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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