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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,968 cc

R686 ULBMOT history

R686 ULB is a black petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 110,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

R686 ULB black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,344 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 ULB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 ULB was last recorded at 110,344 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 5,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,165 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,179 miles
Average per year
3,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,344 miles
  • 2025 – 105,165 miles
  • 2023 – 103,274 miles
  • 2022 – 99,502 miles
  • 2021 – 95,820 miles
  • 2020 – 90,658 miles
  • 2019 – 86,622 miles
  • 2018 – 80,913 miles
  • 2017 – 73,976 miles
  • 2016 – 64,720 miles
  • 2015 – 61,890 miles
  • 2014 – 59,542 miles
  • 2013 – 58,436 miles
  • 2012 – 57,135 miles
  • 2011 – 56,220 miles
  • 2010 – 55,202 miles
  • 2009 – 54,418 miles
  • 2008 – 53,688 miles
  • 2007 – 52,019 miles
  • 2006 – 49,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,344 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,344 miles (+5,179)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,344 miles
    Test number
    905038626333
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass105,165 miles (+26)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,165 miles
    Test number
    251669928204
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail105,139 miles (+1,865)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    185993003653
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass103,274 miles (+14)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,274 miles
    Test number
    837419777647
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail103,260 miles (+3,758)3 major2 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,260 miles
    Test number
    319574325449
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill return/inner rear wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass99,502 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,502 miles
    Test number
    951064998469
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Fail99,499 miles (+3,679)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,499 miles
    Test number
    199323844821
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust broken away (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D / Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass95,820 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,820 miles
    Test number
    963370674269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Fail95,820 miles (+5,162)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,820 miles
    Test number
    640489465673
    • MajorBrake cable damaged front section (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass90,658 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,658 miles
    Test number
    531716422595
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lights sightly insecure and aims on the lowest line
    • AdvisoryWear in front anti roll bar bushes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen rubber hanging off

  11. Fail90,642 miles (+4,020)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,642 miles
    Test number
    930540894411
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Pass86,622 miles (+5,709)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,622 miles
    Test number
    454972647846
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp slightly damaged

  13. Pass80,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,913 miles
    Test number
    865974097186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,913 miles (+6,937)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,913 miles
    Test number
    339197257987
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass73,976 miles (+9,256)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,976 miles
    Test number
    189159941344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,720 miles (+2,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,720 miles
    Test number
    974187275071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass61,890 miles (+2,348)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    667972545128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear silencer rusty

  18. Pass59,542 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,542 miles
    Test number
    527576014175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,436 miles (+1,301)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,436 miles
    Test number
    245514023170
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusting

  20. Pass57,135 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,135 miles
    Test number
    247282522488
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s front and both rear tyres perishing
    • NoteRear silencer deteriating

  21. Fail57,134 miles (+914)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,134 miles
    Test number
    496672922191
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s front and both rear tyres perishing
    • NoteRear silencer deteriating

  22. Pass56,220 miles (+1,018)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,220 miles
    Test number
    236916421462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBrake discs rusting
    • NoteO/s front tyre perishing

  23. Pass55,202 miles (+784)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,202 miles
    Test number
    170752780463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth o/s tyres perishing

  24. Pass54,418 miles (+730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    272441409461
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass53,688 miles (+1,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,688 miles
    Test number
    910582198070
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass52,019 miles (+2,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    902192377000
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass49,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    101239086068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 ULB

Does R686 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 ULB is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 ULB?
The MOT on R686 ULB is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 ULB done?
R686 ULB was recorded at 110,344 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 3,034 miles a year.
Has R686 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 ULB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on R686 ULB 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 ULB find?
R686 ULB passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 8 more.

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