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Volkswagen LT

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

R686 KNSMOT history

R686 KNS is a red diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 91,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2025
Mileage
91,384 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 KNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 KNS was last recorded at 91,384 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 7,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,662 miles · 21 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
7,722 miles
Average per year
2,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,384 miles
  • 2023 – 83,662 miles
  • 2022 – 79,297 miles
  • 2020 – 72,463 miles
  • 2019 – 71,792 miles
  • 2017 – 70,813 miles
  • 2016 – 68,707 miles
  • 2015 – 66,650 miles
  • 2014 – 64,992 miles
  • 2013 – 64,203 miles
  • 2012 – 63,618 miles
  • 2011 – 63,321 miles
  • 2010 – 61,573 miles
  • 2009 – 58,968 miles
  • 2008 – 54,786 miles
  • 2007 – 52,178 miles
  • 2006 – 49,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,384 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,384 miles (+7,722)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,384 miles
    Test number
    516742725616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,662 miles (+4,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,662 miles
    Test number
    740221388575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass79,297 miles (+6,834)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,297 miles
    Test number
    894944752035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,463 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,463 miles
    Test number
    774177358764
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake brake pipes coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryAll underside coated in underseal
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion at rear bumper valance

  5. Fail72,462 miles (+670)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    229068342334
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll of the under side is hidden with underseal
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  6. Pass71,792 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,792 miles
    Test number
    598920175572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,813 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,813 miles
    Test number
    241812956527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  8. Fail70,813 miles (+2,106)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,813 miles
    Test number
    390045163418
    • FailureBraking system leaking front to rear pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  9. Pass68,707 miles (+2,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,707 miles
    Test number
    683172289916
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass66,650 miles (+1,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,650 miles
    Test number
    825710275151
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  11. Pass64,992 miles (+789)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,992 miles
    Test number
    326838974156
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteVehicle has been converted from mini-bus into motor caravan

  12. Pass64,203 miles (+62)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,203 miles
    Test number
    278186383150
    • NoteNear side sill corroded at side step
    • NoteRear vallance corroded
    • NoteUnder body undersealed

  13. Fail64,141 miles (+523)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,141 miles
    Test number
    258876473413
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNear side sill corroded at side step
    • NoteOsr hub leaking oil
    • NoteRear vallance corroded
    • NoteUnder body undersealed

  14. Pass63,618 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,618 miles
    Test number
    717538872194
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake pipes coverd in grease
    • NoteSill at near side foot step corroded

  15. Fail63,618 miles (+297)7 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,618 miles
    Test number
    805753572129
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake pipes coverd in grease
    • NoteOsr inner arch corroded
    • NoteSill at near side foot step corroded
    • NoteTail pipe corroded

  16. Pass63,321 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    63,321 miles
    Test number
    239503971102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE CORROSION INSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCHES ADVISE REAR TAILPIPE CORRODED

  17. Fail63,320 miles (+1,747)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,320 miles
    Test number
    177492571135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE CORROSION INSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCHES ADVISE REAR TAILPIPE CORRODED

  18. Pass61,573 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,573 miles
    Test number
    473038500266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,968 miles (+4,182)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    160635079166
    • NoteSlight distortion on the offside rear tyre.advised to replace

  20. Pass54,786 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,786 miles
    Test number
    923112088129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,178 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,178 miles
    Test number
    763736277161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    49,966 miles
    Test number
    953061796154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 KNS

Does R686 KNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 KNS expired on 14 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 KNS?
The MOT on R686 KNS expired on 14 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 KNS done?
R686 KNS was recorded at 91,384 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 2,343 miles a year.
Has R686 KNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 KNS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on R686 KNS 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 R686 KNS find?
R686 KNS passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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