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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

R331 GGHMOT history

R331 GGH is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 272,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

R331 GGH grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
272,242 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 GGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R331 GGH was last recorded at 272,242 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 571 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
271,671 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
571 miles
Average per year
6,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 272,242 miles
  • 2025 – 271,671 miles
  • 2024 – 268,723 miles
  • 2023 – 261,625 miles
  • 2022 – 258,333 miles
  • 2021 – 253,156 miles
  • 2020 – 243,349 miles
  • 2019 – 238,257 miles
  • 2018 – 231,081 miles
  • 2017 – 222,398 miles
  • 2016 – 212,943 miles
  • 2015 – 205,361 miles
  • 2014 – 199,120 miles
  • 2013 – 194,734 miles
  • 2012 – 188,357 miles
  • 2011 – 180,246 miles
  • 2010 – 170,012 miles
  • 2009 – 163,401 miles
  • 2008 – 156,241 miles
  • 2007 – 149,738 miles
  • 2006 – 143,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass272,242 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass272,242 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    272,242 miles
    Test number
    778111449620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass271,671 miles (+2,948)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    271,671 miles
    Test number
    546781977264
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  3. Pass268,723 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    268,723 miles
    Test number
    336304366631
    • AdvisoryRear rear bumper brackets

  4. Fail268,630 miles (+7,005)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,630 miles
    Test number
    556467429352
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill extensively corroded WITHIN 30CM OF SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE AREA. ALSO OVERALL RIGIDITY IS AFFECTED. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH ABOVE THE JACKING POINT. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material PART OF THE PIPE ATTACHED TO THE SUSPENSION COMPONENT CORRODED. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR CROSS MEMBER UNDER THE REAR BUMPER EXTENSIVELY CORRODED. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass261,625 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    261,625 miles
    Test number
    616594544426
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail261,625 miles (+3,292)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,625 miles
    Test number
    816399104719
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass258,333 miles (+5,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    258,333 miles
    Test number
    298756542002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle generally is showing signs of corrosion

  8. Pass253,156 miles (+9,807)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    253,156 miles
    Test number
    698126574563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass243,349 miles (+5,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    243,349 miles
    Test number
    342798348237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end dust cover deteriated

  10. Pass238,257 miles (+7,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    238,257 miles
    Test number
    553041319582
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass231,081 miles (+8,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    231,081 miles
    Test number
    607058689386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion emerging on underside

  12. Pass222,398 miles (+9,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    222,398 miles
    Test number
    458473423732
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  13. Pass212,943 miles (+7,582)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    212,943 miles
    Test number
    902802515916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass205,361 miles (+6,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    205,361 miles
    Test number
    823754714702
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner wheel arch where top shockabsorber mount fitted has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sills have some corrosion

  15. Pass199,120 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    199,120 miles
    Test number
    449727914263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass194,734 miles (+6,377)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    194,734 miles
    Test number
    665745723258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront fog lights damaged
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread pattern uneven

  17. Pass188,357 miles (+8,111)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    188,357 miles
    Test number
    129786822209
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront fog lights damaged

  18. Pass180,246 miles (+10,234)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    180,246 miles
    Test number
    307767811277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass170,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    170,012 miles
    Test number
    582972920297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail170,012 miles (+6,611)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,012 miles
    Test number
    791082720228
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  21. Pass163,401 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    163,401 miles
    Test number
    952032929287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNo seat belts fitted to rear bench seat.

  22. Pass163,401 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    163,401 miles
    Test number
    534542829244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNo seat belts fitted to rear bench seat.

  23. Fail163,401 miles (+7,160)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,401 miles
    Test number
    560582729202
    • DangerousOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNo seat belts fitted to rear bench seat.

  24. Pass156,241 miles (+110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    156,241 miles
    Test number
    384067628233
    • NoteDrivers door stay broken,engine knock at low speed/tickover.

  25. Fail156,131 miles (+6,393)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,131 miles
    Test number
    654430228242
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteDrivers door open stay broken,engine knock at low speed/tickover ???

  26. Pass149,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    149,738 miles
    Test number
    680209517295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail149,738 miles (+6,412)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,738 miles
    Test number
    324108717254
    • DangerousOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  28. Pass143,326 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    143,326 miles
    Test number
    212943626234
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about R331 GGH

Does R331 GGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R331 GGH is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R331 GGH?
The MOT on R331 GGH is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R331 GGH done?
R331 GGH was recorded at 272,242 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,385 miles a year.
Has R331 GGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 GGH has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R331 GGH 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 R331 GGH find?
R331 GGH passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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