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Volkswagen Transporter

Beige · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

R85 MPAMOT history

R85 MPA is a beige diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 238,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2023.

R85 MPA beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2024
Mileage
238,038 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R85 MPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R85 MPA was last recorded at 238,038 miles on 27 Jun 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,027 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
7,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 238,038 miles
  • 2022 – 236,722 miles
  • 2021 – 235,045 miles
  • 2019 – 232,707 miles
  • 2018 – 230,146 miles
  • 2017 – 227,275 miles
  • 2016 – 220,590 miles
  • 2015 – 212,230 miles
  • 2014 – 205,246 miles
  • 2013 – 196,269 miles
  • 2012 – 190,837 miles
  • 2011 – 184,453 miles
  • 2010 – 171,120 miles
  • 2009 – 158,969 miles
  • 2008 – 145,678 miles
  • 2007 – 131,974 miles
  • 2006 – 114,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,038 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing
  • AdvisoryRear cross member corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,038 miles (+11)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    238,038 miles
    Test number
    665208625512
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  2. Fail238,027 miles (+1,305)5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,027 miles
    Test number
    159206138753
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass236,722 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    236,722 miles
    Test number
    701677150653
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail236,722 miles (+1,677)2 dangerous3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,722 miles
    Test number
    971140633918
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass235,045 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    235,045 miles
    Test number
    439519100693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail235,045 miles (+2,338)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,045 miles
    Test number
    365399723090
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass232,707 miles (+60)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    232,707 miles
    Test number
    452043088844
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront parking brake cable fraying
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Fail232,647 miles (+2,501)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,647 miles
    Test number
    549885432596
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront parking brake cable fraying
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Pass230,146 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    230,146 miles
    Test number
    269280326349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak signs of

  10. Fail230,135 miles (+2,860)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,135 miles
    Test number
    570022535939
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting valance (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak signs of

  11. Pass227,275 miles (+397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    227,275 miles
    Test number
    440930896555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail226,878 miles (+6,288)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,878 miles
    Test number
    698464789650
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass220,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    220,590 miles
    Test number
    989393642890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail220,589 miles (+8,359)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,589 miles
    Test number
    577874431679
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  15. Pass212,230 miles (+6,984)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    212,230 miles
    Test number
    455393665172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass205,246 miles (+221)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    205,246 miles
    Test number
    629388084105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHole in n/s/f inner sill area
    • NoteN/s/r sill damaged

  17. Fail205,025 miles (+8,756)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,025 miles
    Test number
    985157974135
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHole in n/s/f inner sill area
    • NoteN/s/r sill damaged

  18. Pass196,269 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    196,269 miles
    Test number
    918037783174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  19. Fail196,266 miles (+5,429)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,266 miles
    Test number
    817276383199
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  20. Pass190,837 miles (+133)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    190,837 miles
    Test number
    235641912483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail190,704 miles (+6,251)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,704 miles
    Test number
    195044002104
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass184,453 miles (+13,333)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    184,453 miles
    Test number
    585695591001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass171,120 miles (+12,151)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    171,120 miles
    Test number
    492008990063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail158,969 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,969 miles
    Test number
    510167919128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass158,969 miles (+13,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    158,969 miles
    Test number
    903067519163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass145,678 miles (+13,704)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    145,678 miles
    Test number
    171854698014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass131,974 miles (+17,048)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    131,974 miles
    Test number
    134053497453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass114,926 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    114,926 miles
    Test number
    170153406146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail114,516 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,516 miles
    Test number
    680763296061
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about R85 MPA

Does R85 MPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R85 MPA expired on 26 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R85 MPA?
The MOT on R85 MPA expired on 26 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R85 MPA done?
R85 MPA was recorded at 238,038 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2023, an average of 7,168 miles a year.
Has R85 MPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R85 MPA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on R85 MPA 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 R85 MPA find?
R85 MPA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 6 more.

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