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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R95 EAPMOT history

R95 EAP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 191,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

R95 EAP blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
191,521 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R95 EAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R95 EAP was last recorded at 191,521 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jul 2015: 153,831 miles, lower than 174,566 miles on 1 Jul 2014.
  • 15 Jul 2022: 182,494 miles, lower than 189,492 miles on 14 Jul 2022.

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
191,513 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,521 miles
  • 2025 – 191,513 miles
  • 2024 – 191,493 miles
  • 2023 – 191,352 miles
  • 2022 – 182,494 miles
  • 2021 – 186,360 miles
  • 2020 – 184,273 miles
  • 2019 – 179,975 miles
  • 2018 – 174,773 miles
  • 2017 – 168,041 miles
  • 2016 – 160,099 miles
  • 2015 – 153,831 miles
  • 2014 – 174,566 miles
  • 2013 – 143,214 miles
  • 2012 – 132,829 miles
  • 2011 – 124,331 miles
  • 2009 – 110,005 miles
  • 2008 – 104,668 miles
  • 2006 – 87,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,521 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Wheel arch area corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass191,521 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    191,521 miles
    Test number
    537156137543
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass191,513 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    191,513 miles
    Test number
    332519071636
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass191,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    191,493 miles
    Test number
    604638447103
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail191,493 miles (+141)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,493 miles
    Test number
    717465362254
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass191,352 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    191,352 miles
    Test number
    710544994140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail191,352 miles (+8,858)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,352 miles
    Test number
    785513541577
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass182,494 miles (-6,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    182,494 miles
    Test number
    151922953122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Wheel arch area corroded

  8. Fail189,492 miles (+827)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,492 miles
    Test number
    588335326575
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer door sill area / seat mountings (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Wheel arch area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail188,665 miles (+2,305)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,665 miles
    Test number
    770728332083
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Emissions above LEZ requirements (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury N/S outer and inner sill corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F track rod end dust cover split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S/F track rod end dust cover split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion in O/S/F inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass186,360 miles (+2,087)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    186,360 miles
    Test number
    367713984734
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F and O/S/F outer wheel arch's are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass184,273 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    184,273 miles
    Test number
    277700973471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail184,273 miles (+4,298)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,273 miles
    Test number
    581844980689
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass179,975 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    179,975 miles
    Test number
    712345622187
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure H. I. D. headlamp wires.... (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush.... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner arm... (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush.... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner arm... (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail179,971 miles (+5,198)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,971 miles
    Test number
    414910169452
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing X3.... (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure H. I. D. headlamp wires.... (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush.... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner arm... (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush.... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner arm... (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass174,773 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    174,773 miles
    Test number
    936942267134
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  16. Fail174,771 miles (+6,730)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,771 miles
    Test number
    633421849725
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch.... (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill.... (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch.... (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  17. Pass168,041 miles (+7,942)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    168,041 miles
    Test number
    197837984558
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Door sill.... (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass160,099 miles (+6,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    160,099 miles
    Test number
    753266357468
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass153,831 miles (-20,735)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    153,831 miles
    Test number
    775587995103
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth side rear brake disc correded

  20. Pass174,566 miles (+31,352)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    174,566 miles
    Test number
    736392184122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail143,214 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,214 miles
    Test number
    189485383102
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass143,214 miles (+10,385)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    143,214 miles
    Test number
    459965183109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass132,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    132,829 miles
    Test number
    909365422196
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail132,829 miles (+8,498)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,829 miles
    Test number
    235743322412
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteElectrical wiring for trailer socket is insecure.

  25. Pass124,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    124,331 miles
    Test number
    478597011181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail124,331 miles (+14,326)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,331 miles
    Test number
    716677211145
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass110,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,005 miles
    Test number
    253959529193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail110,005 miles (+5,337)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,005 miles
    Test number
    520368329185
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  29. Pass104,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    104,668 miles
    Test number
    653937308121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail104,668 miles (+17,634)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,668 miles
    Test number
    201437708116
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass87,034 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    87,034 miles
    Test number
    882258136166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

  32. Fail87,034 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,034 miles
    Test number
    120727636112
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about R95 EAP

Does R95 EAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R95 EAP is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R95 EAP?
The MOT on R95 EAP is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R95 EAP done?
R95 EAP was recorded at 191,521 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 5,157 miles a year.
Has R95 EAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R95 EAP has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on R95 EAP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R95 EAP find?
R95 EAP passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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