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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R446 HAPMOT history

R446 HAP is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 192,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

R446 HAP white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
192,284 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R446 HAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R446 HAP was last recorded at 192,284 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,283 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,284 miles
  • 2024 – 190,022 miles
  • 2023 – 184,914 miles
  • 2022 – 178,816 miles
  • 2021 – 172,264 miles
  • 2020 – 169,673 miles
  • 2019 – 162,181 miles
  • 2018 – 162,158 miles
  • 2017 – 162,129 miles
  • 2015 – 162,124 miles
  • 2014 – 154,461 miles
  • 2013 – 151,431 miles
  • 2012 – 150,420 miles
  • 2011 – 149,770 miles
  • 2010 – 148,906 miles
  • 2009 – 146,181 miles
  • 2008 – 143,915 miles
  • 2007 – 139,851 miles
  • 2006 – 134,353 miles
  • 2005 – 126,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,284 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust heatshield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,284 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    192,284 miles
    Test number
    694306049908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heatshield insecure

  2. Fail192,283 miles (+2,261)15 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,283 miles
    Test number
    561070894064
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle lock faulty (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch at door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger at bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heatshield insecure

  3. Pass190,022 miles (+5,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    190,022 miles
    Test number
    271793732504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass184,914 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    184,914 miles
    Test number
    837349449049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass178,816 miles (+6,552)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    178,816 miles
    Test number
    496166486334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,264 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    172,264 miles
    Test number
    711739258632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass169,673 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,673 miles
    Test number
    105909329729
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail169,665 miles (+7,484)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,665 miles
    Test number
    351593678793
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass162,181 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    162,181 miles
    Test number
    692274756253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail162,179 miles (+21)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,179 miles
    Test number
    770262118365
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements very poor (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front wheel arch see yellow marked areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements very poor (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass162,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    162,158 miles
    Test number
    329855140940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail162,158 miles (+29)5 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,158 miles
    Test number
    674426995022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose porous badly perished (1.1.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has restricted free movement compesade vale (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass162,129 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    162,129 miles
    Test number
    530174014395
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail162,129 miles (+5)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,129 miles
    Test number
    727716852612
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass162,124 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    162,124 miles
    Test number
    378825852826
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail162,124 miles (+7,663)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,124 miles
    Test number
    198877491857
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass154,461 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    154,461 miles
    Test number
    408927514457
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail154,326 miles (+2,895)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,326 miles
    Test number
    325884514370
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass151,431 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    151,431 miles
    Test number
    116625943382
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBodywork rusty
    • NoteRear brakes heavily corroded

  20. Fail151,431 miles (+1,011)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,431 miles
    Test number
    345765443391
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBodywork rusty
    • NoteRear brakes heavily corroded

  21. Pass150,420 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    150,420 miles
    Test number
    408998732376
    • NoteBODYWORK IN POOR RUSTY CONDITION
    • NoteEXHAUST SYSTEM IN POOR CONDITION

  22. Fail150,420 miles (+650)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,420 miles
    Test number
    667128332330
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBODYWORK IN POOR RUSTY CONDITION
    • NoteEXHAUST SYSTEM IN POOR CONDITION

  23. Pass149,770 miles (+864)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    149,770 miles
    Test number
    818752041336
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT SILLS AND WHEEL ARCHS RUSTED BUT NOT HOLED

  24. Pass148,906 miles (+2,725)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    148,906 miles
    Test number
    771252120348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSills rusty but not holed

  25. Pass146,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    146,181 miles
    Test number
    470955739494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail146,181 miles (+2,266)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,181 miles
    Test number
    292455939390
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass143,915 miles (+4,064)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    143,915 miles
    Test number
    351817648348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass139,851 miles (+5,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    139,851 miles
    Test number
    262546647309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass134,353 miles (+7,922)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    134,353 miles
    Test number
    133079836356
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNumber plates in poor condition

  30. Pass126,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    126,431 miles
    Test number
    192247845361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R446 HAP

Does R446 HAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R446 HAP is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R446 HAP?
The MOT on R446 HAP is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R446 HAP done?
R446 HAP was recorded at 192,284 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,294 miles a year.
Has R446 HAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R446 HAP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R446 HAP 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 R446 HAP find?
R446 HAP passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, and 4 more.

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