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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,459 cc

R641 KAWMOT history

R641 KAW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 198,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

R641 KAW blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
198,989 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R641 KAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

R641 KAW was last recorded at 198,989 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 16,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,042 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
16,947 miles
Average per year
6,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,989 miles
  • 2024 – 182,042 miles
  • 2023 – 173,486 miles
  • 2022 – 164,793 miles
  • 2021 – 162,338 miles
  • 2020 – 156,549 miles
  • 2019 – 154,411 miles
  • 2018 – 153,143 miles
  • 2016 – 152,209 miles
  • 2015 – 148,586 miles
  • 2013 – 136,758 miles
  • 2012 – 128,847 miles
  • 2011 – 121,721 miles
  • 2010 – 115,304 miles
  • 2009 – 110,179 miles
  • 2008 – 102,956 miles
  • 2007 – 92,875 miles
  • 2006 – 85,657 miles
  • 2005 – 79,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail198,989 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHole underside of vehicle undersealed

What MOT failures 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 Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Brake pipes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion to outer sill, chassis rails and rear floor pans but not within any prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail198,989 miles (+16,947)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,989 miles
    Test number
    781899821032
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHole underside of vehicle undersealed

  2. Pass182,042 miles (+8,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    182,042 miles
    Test number
    416426083419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass173,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    173,486 miles
    Test number
    528954816903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail173,486 miles (+8,693)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,486 miles
    Test number
    532156810308
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass164,793 miles (+2,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    164,793 miles
    Test number
    969074513440
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low

  6. Pass162,338 miles (+5,789)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    162,338 miles
    Test number
    258659855359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass156,549 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    156,549 miles
    Test number
    164086771538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,411 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    154,411 miles
    Test number
    693547926791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass153,143 miles (+934)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    153,143 miles
    Test number
    613510903242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has had welding carried out in various areas front and back surface corrotio to underside of vehicle front and back to inner cills under archs and general surface cortrotion to undersideof vehicle

  10. Pass152,209 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    152,209 miles
    Test number
    819066648529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail152,207 miles (+841)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,207 miles
    Test number
    944390052875
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront cross member holed & corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s/f steps holed & corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s/f wheel arch outriggers holed & corroded

  12. Pass151,366 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    151,366 miles
    Test number
    365765465506
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sill, chassis rails and rear floor pans but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  13. Fail151,366 miles (+2,780)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,366 miles
    Test number
    105142058220
    • FailureBraking system leaking offside front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sill, chassis rails and rear floor pans but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  14. Pass148,586 miles (+788)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    148,586 miles
    Test number
    786459685002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front sill corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge

  15. Fail147,798 miles (+11,040)2 dangerous17 failures9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,798 miles
    Test number
    858809025018
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoot lid can only be opened from inside vehicle.
    • NoteBoth sills corroded.
    • NoteCorrosion offside and nearside front chassis legs.
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked.

  16. Pass136,758 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    136,758 miles
    Test number
    805641493237
    • NoteAll metal brakepipes slightley corroded.
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroded and starting to fracture.(not withen any perscribed areas)

  17. Fail136,758 miles (+7,911)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,758 miles
    Test number
    475801793233
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll metal brakepipes slightley corroded.
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroded and starting to fracture.(not withen any perscribed areas)

  18. Pass128,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    209986772299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail128,847 miles (+7,126)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    519456772273
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass121,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    121,721 miles
    Test number
    897259661258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,721 miles (+6,417)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,721 miles
    Test number
    199386761264
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass115,304 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,304 miles
    Test number
    911564270287
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise both rear discs corroded

  23. Fail115,304 miles (+5,125)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,304 miles
    Test number
    303474970412
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise both rear discs corroded

  24. Pass110,179 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    110,179 miles
    Test number
    963343399256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail110,175 miles (+7,219)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,175 miles
    Test number
    720430999205
    • FailureCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass102,956 miles (+10,081)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    102,956 miles
    Test number
    563864788270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass92,875 miles (+7,218)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    92,875 miles
    Test number
    391379997405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass85,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,657 miles
    Test number
    893067396225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,657 miles (+6,049)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,657 miles
    Test number
    280697196253
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass79,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    410358195266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R641 KAW

Does R641 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R641 KAW expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R641 KAW?
The MOT on R641 KAW expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R641 KAW done?
R641 KAW was recorded at 198,989 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 6,058 miles a year.
Has R641 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R641 KAW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on R641 KAW 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 R641 KAW find?
R641 KAW failed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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