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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R593 PCYMOT history

R593 PCY is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 254,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

R593 PCY green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
254,451 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R593 PCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R593 PCY was last recorded at 254,451 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 6,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,086 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,365 miles
Average per year
4,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 254,451 miles
  • 2025 – 248,086 miles
  • 2024 – 238,924 miles
  • 2023 – 228,817 miles
  • 2022 – 219,393 miles
  • 2021 – 210,230 miles
  • 2019 – 209,143 miles
  • 2018 – 202,941 miles
  • 2017 – 192,650 miles
  • 2016 – 184,818 miles
  • 2015 – 182,494 miles
  • 2014 – 181,004 miles
  • 2013 – 174,346 miles
  • 2008 – 169,690 miles
  • 2007 – 165,027 miles
  • 2006 – 160,086 miles
  • 2005 – 155,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,451 miles
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack N/S (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass254,451 miles (+6,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    254,451 miles
    Test number
    540093539169
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack N/S (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass248,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    248,086 miles
    Test number
    143707542072
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail248,086 miles (+9,162)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,086 miles
    Test number
    912542734689
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge 195/70/15 C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass238,924 miles (+287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    238,924 miles
    Test number
    736198831792
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail238,637 miles (+9,820)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,637 miles
    Test number
    823233087530
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass228,817 miles (+552)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    228,817 miles
    Test number
    422031362483
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Fail228,265 miles (+8,872)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,265 miles
    Test number
    793474472531
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step holed/corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section holed/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield rattling
  8. Pass219,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    219,393 miles
    Test number
    189679972840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.46mm. 205/65r15c (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  9. Fail219,393 miles (+9,163)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,393 miles
    Test number
    993069908461
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.46mm. 205/65r15c (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass210,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    210,230 miles
    Test number
    686283219870
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail210,230 miles (+1,087)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,230 miles
    Test number
    244982430110
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass209,143 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    209,143 miles
    Test number
    311914601675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  13. Fail209,138 miles (+6,197)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,138 miles
    Test number
    463814212199
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt missing clip on n/s/f inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt missing clips on o/s/f inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre misshaped
  14. Pass202,941 miles (+10,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    202,941 miles
    Test number
    205599973629
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  15. Pass192,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    192,650 miles
    Test number
    465591030094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail192,649 miles (+7,831)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,649 miles
    Test number
    625475451319
    • FailureCentral 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  17. Pass184,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    184,818 miles
    Test number
    242997574436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail184,818 miles (+2,324)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,818 miles
    Test number
    997513052339
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass182,494 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    182,494 miles
    Test number
    109582469404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass181,004 miles (+6,658)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    181,004 miles
    Test number
    156203994148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  21. Pass174,346 miles (+4,656)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    174,346 miles
    Test number
    727143433198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside and offside front and rear brake discs pitted
    • NoteNearside inner track control arm ball joint slight play
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
  22. Pass169,690 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    169,690 miles
    Test number
    493044128238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s (inner) cv boot split
  23. Fail169,690 miles (+4,663)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,690 miles
    Test number
    363344828232
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO/s (inner) cv boot split
  24. Pass165,027 miles (+4,941)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    165,027 miles
    Test number
    370122927207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass160,086 miles (+5,068)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    160,086 miles
    Test number
    971328726263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass155,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    155,018 miles
    Test number
    784708025254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R593 PCY

Does R593 PCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R593 PCY is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R593 PCY?
The MOT on R593 PCY is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R593 PCY done?
R593 PCY was recorded at 254,451 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 4,782 miles a year.
Has R593 PCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R593 PCY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on R593 PCY 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 R593 PCY find?
R593 PCY passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack n/s.

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