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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R963 VOFMOT history

R963 VOF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 202,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

R963 VOF white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
202,305 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R963 VOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R963 VOF was last recorded at 202,305 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,420 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
885 miles
Average per year
5,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,305 miles
  • 2024 – 201,420 miles
  • 2022 – 199,988 miles
  • 2021 – 199,971 miles
  • 2020 – 197,564 miles
  • 2019 – 193,130 miles
  • 2017 – 188,610 miles
  • 2016 – 185,753 miles
  • 2015 – 182,768 miles
  • 2014 – 174,035 miles
  • 2012 – 166,409 miles
  • 2011 – 156,537 miles
  • 2010 – 146,741 miles
  • 2009 – 137,283 miles
  • 2008 – 126,757 miles
  • 2007 – 117,145 miles
  • 2006 – 106,422 miles
  • 2005 – 96,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,305 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front The wheel arch is corroded.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s+n/s.
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s+n/s. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s. (5.3.3 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,305 miles (+885)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    202,305 miles
    Test number
    406878582729
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front The wheel arch is corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s+n/s.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s+n/s. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass201,420 miles (+1,432)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    201,420 miles
    Test number
    729693597326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s n/s sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass199,988 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    199,988 miles
    Test number
    963670252400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Fail199,987 miles (+16)3 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,987 miles
    Test number
    513570789252
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail199,971 miles (+2,407)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,971 miles
    Test number
    192234320664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached floor (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced below battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass197,564 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    197,564 miles
    Test number
    656603723466
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail197,562 miles (+28)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,562 miles
    Test number
    754965798219
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced IN ARCH (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced IN ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail197,534 miles (+4,404)9 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,534 miles
    Test number
    425622992539
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass193,130 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    193,130 miles
    Test number
    439734558372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass188,610 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    188,610 miles
    Test number
    422170893473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass185,753 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    185,753 miles
    Test number
    841351964843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass182,768 miles (+3,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    182,768 miles
    Test number
    284165672098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre
  13. Pass178,785 miles (+4,750)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    178,785 miles
    Test number
    437115605035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass174,035 miles (+7,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    174,035 miles
    Test number
    758182004012
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  15. Pass166,409 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    166,409 miles
    Test number
    126736252318
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Fail166,409 miles (+9,872)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,409 miles
    Test number
    667844752348
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass156,537 miles (+9,796)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    156,537 miles
    Test number
    135254751371
    • NoteNearside steering rake end has slight play
  18. Pass146,741 miles (+9,458)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    146,741 miles
    Test number
    140030750387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass137,283 miles (+10,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    137,283 miles
    Test number
    471241159422
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  20. Pass126,757 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    126,757 miles
    Test number
    554470558344
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteNearside front inner trac rod arm bush slight play
    • NoteSlight corrosion to brake pipes
  21. Fail126,757 miles (+9,612)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,757 miles
    Test number
    831470658372
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteNearside front inner trac rod arm bush slight play
  22. Pass117,145 miles (+10,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    117,145 miles
    Test number
    472124857365
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Pass106,422 miles (+10,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,422 miles
    Test number
    954062356389
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  24. Pass96,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    373973955306
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about R963 VOF

Does R963 VOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R963 VOF is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R963 VOF?
The MOT on R963 VOF is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R963 VOF done?
R963 VOF was recorded at 202,305 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,217 miles a year.
Has R963 VOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R963 VOF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on R963 VOF 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 R963 VOF find?
R963 VOF passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 16 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all.; front brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s.; front driver's view items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 13 more.

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