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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R682 SWNMOT history

R682 SWN is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 216,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

R682 SWN white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2024
Mileage
216,213 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R682 SWN
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
26 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R682 SWN was last recorded at 216,213 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,213 miles · 2 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 216,213 miles
  • 2023 – 216,213 miles
  • 2021 – 211,168 miles
  • 2014 – 211,118 miles
  • 2013 – 201,710 miles
  • 2012 – 192,350 miles
  • 2011 – 184,950 miles
  • 2010 – 175,246 miles
  • 2009 – 163,885 miles
  • 2008 – 162,918 miles
  • 2007 – 148,468 miles
  • 2006 – 128,978 miles
  • 2005 – 127,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail216,213 miles
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill return/floor/inner rear wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill return/floor pan/inner rear wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area / close to excessive (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front panel section heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill step poor repair/ corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn play in steering coloumn (2.2.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail216,213 miles13 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,213 miles
    Test number
    338258891773
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill return/floor/inner rear wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill return/floor pan/inner rear wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area / close to excessive (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front panel section heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill step poor repair/ corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn play in steering coloumn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Pass216,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    216,213 miles
    Test number
    590139781733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail216,213 miles3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,213 miles
    Test number
    498188152055
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail216,213 miles (+5,045)1 dangerous14 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,213 miles
    Test number
    994840734079
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe above fuel tank leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested pedal goes to floor brake pipe leaking above fuel tank (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed over heating water leaking (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible both front (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • 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 rear inner arch corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength brace bar corroded by spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipe and rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front inner arch rear has had repair unsure what kind of repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger and front inner arch corroded not within 30cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension mount in arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOsr inner sill and nsr suspension mount /floor has silicone on them
  5. Pass211,168 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    211,168 miles
    Test number
    224955392988
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
  6. Fail211,167 miles (+49)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,167 miles
    Test number
    470941106578
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
  7. Pass211,118 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    211,118 miles
    Test number
    669069494089
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
  8. Fail211,118 miles (+9,408)12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,118 miles
    Test number
    105143494456
    • FailureFront 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 ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
  9. Pass201,710 miles (+5)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    201,710 miles
    Test number
    539974893081
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Fail201,705 miles (+9,355)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,705 miles
    Test number
    996163393005
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass192,350 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    192,350 miles
    Test number
    146149082096
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  12. Fail192,340 miles (+7,390)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,340 miles
    Test number
    597519082015
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  13. Pass184,950 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    184,950 miles
    Test number
    259046241430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  14. Fail184,938 miles (+9,692)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,938 miles
    Test number
    205625241180
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  15. Pass175,246 miles (+11,361)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    175,246 miles
    Test number
    434307320132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass163,885 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    163,885 miles
    Test number
    132512219172
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side wiper rubber small split
    • NoteSmall chip in screen on off side ,outof swept area
  17. Fail163,885 miles (+967)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,885 miles
    Test number
    650831319190
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side wiper rubber small split
    • NoteSmall chip in screen on off side ,outof swept area
  18. Pass162,918 miles (+14,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    162,918 miles
    Test number
    191782648099
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side mirror cracked
  19. Pass148,468 miles (+19,490)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    148,468 miles
    Test number
    471176347075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass128,978 miles (+1,253)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    128,978 miles
    Test number
    193935746069
    • NoteBoot boarded
    • NoteFront pads worn
    • NoteIncorrect details on V5
    • NoteRear brake imbalanced
    • NoteWheel nuts not visable
  21. Pass127,725 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    127,725 miles
    Test number
    743388295249
    • NoteSee vt30
  22. Fail127,721 miles1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,721 miles
    Test number
    292058595249
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield rattle
    • NoteO/s rear disc slightly pitted
    • NotePads worn
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front anty roll bar link top bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering drum sticks

Questions about R682 SWN

Does R682 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R682 SWN expired on 1 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R682 SWN?
The MOT on R682 SWN expired on 1 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R682 SWN done?
R682 SWN was recorded at 216,213 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 4,707 miles a year.
Has R682 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R682 SWN has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R682 SWN 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 R682 SWN find?
R682 SWN failed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch; nearside headlamp aim too high, and 20 more.

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