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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R686 SWNMOT history

R686 SWN is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 171,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

R686 SWN green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
171,850 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 SWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 SWN was last recorded at 171,850 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 11,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,325 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,525 miles
Average per year
5,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,850 miles
  • 2024 – 160,325 miles
  • 2023 – 158,225 miles
  • 2022 – 156,706 miles
  • 2021 – 154,655 miles
  • 2020 – 153,210 miles
  • 2019 – 150,560 miles
  • 2018 – 143,226 miles
  • 2017 – 135,422 miles
  • 2016 – 126,997 miles
  • 2015 – 117,674 miles
  • 2014 – 104,371 miles
  • 2013 – 103,326 miles
  • 2012 – 99,417 miles
  • 2011 – 93,934 miles
  • 2010 – 88,927 miles
  • 2009 – 83,330 miles
  • 2008 – 77,111 miles
  • 2007 – 70,136 miles
  • 2006 – 63,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,850 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Heavy corrosion near sliding door lower track

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,850 miles (+11,525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    171,850 miles
    Test number
    368783876181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass160,325 miles (+2,100)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,325 miles
    Test number
    978281088175
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass158,225 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    158,225 miles
    Test number
    671030583151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear, Offside front and centre brake pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Roughly 20% remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have cuts/rubber missing on their outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail158,224 miles (+1,518)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,224 miles
    Test number
    286012505294
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes in chassis and wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in inner sill by sliding door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes in chassis and wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear, Offside front and centre brake pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Roughly 20% remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have cuts/rubber missing on their outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass156,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    156,706 miles
    Test number
    638261100731
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroded in multiple places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have cuts/rubber missing on their outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor, front and rear chassis cross members and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail156,706 miles (+2,051)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,706 miles
    Test number
    272691555077
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Big hole inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroded in multiple places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower arm ball joints - detected on shaker plates (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have cuts/rubber missing on their outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor, front and rear chassis cross members and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass154,655 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    154,655 miles
    Test number
    684530366207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors, chassis and suspension
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryFreshly undersealed
  8. Fail154,553 miles (+1,343)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,553 miles
    Test number
    442708490121
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass153,210 miles (+17)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    153,210 miles
    Test number
    454664637223
    • MinorNearside 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 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter weeping grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension slightly sagging
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcess corrosion near nearside sliding door
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface corrosion
  10. Fail153,193 miles (+2,633)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,193 miles
    Test number
    331958344642
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension slightly sagging
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcess corrosion on the nearside below sliding door. (step area)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface corrosion
  11. Pass150,560 miles (+7,334)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    150,560 miles
    Test number
    187544681628
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion near sliding door lower track
  12. Pass143,226 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    777801917328
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion near sliding door lower track
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror bracket damaged
  13. Fail143,226 miles (+7,804)3 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    645745628487
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion near sliding door lower track
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror bracket damaged
  14. Pass135,422 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    135,422 miles
    Test number
    253385739621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail135,422 miles (+8,425)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,422 miles
    Test number
    209417278176
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass126,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,997 miles
    Test number
    867028525445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,997 miles (+9,323)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,997 miles
    Test number
    265567133819
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Rack inner joint worn (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass117,674 miles (+393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,674 miles
    Test number
    486493119805
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOff side wiper blade split
  19. Fail117,281 miles (+12,910)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,281 miles
    Test number
    512966239715
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty headlight switch not operating as it should (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade slightly split still clearing windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass104,371 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    104,371 miles
    Test number
    506258234212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,366 miles (+79)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,366 miles
    Test number
    288842434285
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Fail104,287 miles (+961)6 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,287 miles
    Test number
    426746484029
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • 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 Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteCrash damage along nearside of vehicle
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
  23. Pass103,326 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,326 miles
    Test number
    645324183046
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak offside of steering rack
  24. Fail103,326 miles (+3,909)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,326 miles
    Test number
    916734983091
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight oil leak offside of steering rack
  25. Pass99,417 miles (+5,483)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,417 miles
    Test number
    755506882073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass93,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    746560781075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,934 miles (+5,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    978970681058
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  28. Pass88,927 miles (+5,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,927 miles
    Test number
    923469770078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Pass83,330 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,330 miles
    Test number
    150908279476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass77,111 miles (+6,975)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,111 miles
    Test number
    830147988019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass70,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    70,136 miles
    Test number
    643408187043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail70,136 miles (+6,859)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,136 miles
    Test number
    842457487038
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slight cracking
  33. Pass63,277 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,277 miles
    Test number
    254927486036
    • NoteOffside front tyre wall cracking.

Questions about R686 SWN

Does R686 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 SWN is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R686 SWN?
The MOT on R686 SWN is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 SWN done?
R686 SWN was recorded at 171,850 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,506 miles a year.
Has R686 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 SWN has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on R686 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 R686 SWN find?
R686 SWN passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside side wall; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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