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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1997 · 2,461 cc

R790 PRMMOT history

R790 PRM is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 128,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

R790 PRM black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
128,910 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
R790 PRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R790 PRM was last recorded at 128,910 miles on 24 May 2023, 714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Aug 2011: 70,545 miles, lower than 233,096 miles on 5 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
128,196 miles · 9 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,910 miles
  • 2021 – 128,196 miles
  • 2020 – 127,033 miles
  • 2019 – 117,568 miles
  • 2018 – 109,523 miles
  • 2017 – 109,521 miles
  • 2016 – 106,578 miles
  • 2015 – 100,490 miles
  • 2014 – 90,865 miles
  • 2013 – 81,655 miles
  • 2012 – 71,364 miles
  • 2011 – 70,545 miles
  • 2010 – 233,096 miles
  • 2009 – 227,929 miles
  • 2008 – 222,692 miles
  • 2007 – 216,046 miles
  • 2006 – 210,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,910 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder side of all vechicle covered in under seal

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle has general age related underside body corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under vehicle general corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,910 miles (+714)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    128,910 miles
    Test number
    921765348609
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of all vechicle covered in under seal

  2. Pass128,196 miles (+29)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,196 miles
    Test number
    401968001744
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has general age related underside body corrosion.

  3. Fail128,167 miles (+1,134)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,167 miles
    Test number
    541178399254
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch upper. 2x places. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Out-rigger sill - in arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has general age related underside body corrosion.

  4. Pass127,033 miles (+9,465)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,033 miles
    Test number
    138851472535
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components slight corrosion.

  5. Pass117,568 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,568 miles
    Test number
    623992998209
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle general corrosion.

  6. Fail117,566 miles (+8,043)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,566 miles
    Test number
    267171080925
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle general corrosion.

  7. Pass109,523 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,523 miles
    Test number
    667219770379
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody in poor condition

  8. Fail109,521 miles (+2,943)1 dangerous12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,521 miles
    Test number
    807941204043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody in very poor condition

  9. Pass106,578 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,578 miles
    Test number
    675952474160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,490 miles (+521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,490 miles
    Test number
    606978605243
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail99,969 miles (+9,104)3 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,969 miles
    Test number
    629751705213
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  12. Pass90,865 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    638471814206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,687 miles (+9,032)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,687 miles
    Test number
    945958794129
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass81,655 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,655 miles
    Test number
    609184703286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail81,503 miles (+10,139)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,503 miles
    Test number
    769908193127
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass71,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,364 miles
    Test number
    355543712241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,364 miles (+819)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,364 miles
    Test number
    315933512428
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass70,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    70,545 miles
    Test number
    186946531252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,545 miles (-162,551)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,545 miles
    Test number
    469137321284
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass233,096 miles (+5,167)4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    233,096 miles
    Test number
    710337510298
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHorn slightly grating
    • NoteNearside undersill coroded
    • NoteNon standard wheels,tyres,and suspension fitted
    • NoteOffside handbrake slight low effort
    • NoteOffside rear and both front brake pipes coroded
    • NotePlay in steering column
    • NoteSkirt kit fitted

  21. Pass227,929 miles (+5,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    227,929 miles
    Test number
    293544599174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass222,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    222,692 miles
    Test number
    813891308212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail222,692 miles (+6,646)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,692 miles
    Test number
    731518798193
    • FailureCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass216,046 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    216,046 miles
    Test number
    382534117455
    • NoteNo passenger seat fitted

  25. Fail216,039 miles (+5,832)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,039 miles
    Test number
    261865607221
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNo passenger seat fitted-nearside seat belts not tested

  26. Pass210,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    210,207 miles
    Test number
    821639796102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail210,207 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,207 miles
    Test number
    391648896181
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about R790 PRM

Does R790 PRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R790 PRM expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R790 PRM?
The MOT on R790 PRM expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R790 PRM done?
R790 PRM was recorded at 128,910 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023.
Has R790 PRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R790 PRM has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on R790 PRM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R790 PRM find?
R790 PRM passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes painted, and 1 more.

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