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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

R686 OCHMOT history

R686 OCH is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 50,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

R686 OCH grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
50,389 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 OCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 OCH was last recorded at 50,389 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,806 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,583 miles
Average per year
1,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,389 miles
  • 2025 – 48,806 miles
  • 2022 – 48,782 miles
  • 2021 – 48,764 miles
  • 2020 – 48,745 miles
  • 2019 – 46,040 miles
  • 2018 – 44,445 miles
  • 2017 – 43,388 miles
  • 2016 – 41,405 miles
  • 2015 – 40,944 miles
  • 2014 – 39,859 miles
  • 2013 – 38,847 miles
  • 2012 – 37,780 miles
  • 2011 – 36,488 miles
  • 2010 – 34,189 miles
  • 2009 – 32,865 miles
  • 2008 – 32,149 miles
  • 2007 – 30,933 miles
  • 2006 – 28,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,389 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides outer casings rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,389 miles (+1,583)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    807528571618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,806 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,806 miles
    Test number
    547807061107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,782 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,782 miles
    Test number
    176538958556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,764 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,764 miles
    Test number
    842492062991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass48,745 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    48,745 miles
    Test number
    265947126125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,040 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,040 miles
    Test number
    970574979975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,445 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,445 miles
    Test number
    799107840700
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides outer casings rusty (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  8. Fail44,445 miles (+1,057)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,445 miles
    Test number
    522715300296
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively damaged both sides metal ferrules (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively damaged both sides metal ferrules rusty at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides outer casings rusty (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  9. Pass43,388 miles (+1,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    490370554555
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass41,405 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    429559442370
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty

  11. Fail41,403 miles (+459)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,403 miles
    Test number
    413956090067
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty

  12. Pass40,944 miles (+1,085)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,944 miles
    Test number
    266670685484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust very rusty
    • NoteFront suspension rusty

  13. Pass39,859 miles (+1,012)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,859 miles
    Test number
    618988044127
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  14. Pass38,847 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,847 miles
    Test number
    726181753165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail38,847 miles (+1,067)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,847 miles
    Test number
    786169043189
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass37,780 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,780 miles
    Test number
    616460452138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,779 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,779 miles
    Test number
    617170592062
    • NoteChip out of swept area
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteNearside wiper in poor condition

  18. Fail37,778 miles (+1,290)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,778 miles
    Test number
    215478582026
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChip out of swept area
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteNearside wiper in poor condition

  19. Pass36,488 miles (+377)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    707093241249
    • NoteOffside rear brakes showing signs of overheating in past

  20. Pass36,111 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    536905381156
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade getting in poor condition
    • NoteWiring on top of rear box melting on exhaust

  21. Fail36,110 miles (+1,921)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,110 miles
    Test number
    395345781144
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade getting in poor condition
    • NoteWiring on top of rear box melting on exhaust

  22. Pass34,189 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    990363890144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s headlight glass chipped but not effecting pattern

  23. Fail34,189 miles (+1,324)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    763993790119
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s headlight glass chipped but not effecting pattern

  24. Pass32,865 miles (+716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,865 miles
    Test number
    620840089135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass32,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,149 miles
    Test number
    531560018203
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Fail32,149 miles (+1,216)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,149 miles
    Test number
    134238508224
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  27. Pass30,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,933 miles
    Test number
    564028687185
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail30,933 miles (+2,326)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,933 miles
    Test number
    572168387197
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass28,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    870841486185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 OCH

Does R686 OCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 OCH is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 OCH?
The MOT on R686 OCH is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 OCH done?
R686 OCH was recorded at 50,389 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 1,088 miles a year.
Has R686 OCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 OCH has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on R686 OCH 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 OCH find?
R686 OCH passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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