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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S102 RMBMOT history

S102 RMB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 185,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

S102 RMB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2025
Mileage
185,289 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S102 RMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S102 RMB was last recorded at 185,289 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 1,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,464 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,825 miles
Average per year
4,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,289 miles
  • 2024 – 183,464 miles
  • 2023 – 182,019 miles
  • 2022 – 179,152 miles
  • 2021 – 175,498 miles
  • 2020 – 172,792 miles
  • 2019 – 169,497 miles
  • 2018 – 165,512 miles
  • 2017 – 159,674 miles
  • 2016 – 155,922 miles
  • 2014 – 151,791 miles
  • 2013 – 146,634 miles
  • 2012 – 142,018 miles
  • 2011 – 135,473 miles
  • 2010 – 128,864 miles
  • 2009 – 123,918 miles
  • 2008 – 116,871 miles
  • 2007 – 106,254 miles
  • 2006 – 98,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail185,289 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • All 4 brake back plates rotted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail185,289 miles (+1,825)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,289 miles
    Test number
    528580577843
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass183,464 miles (+1,445)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    183,464 miles
    Test number
    956331639546
    • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened handbrake (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass182,019 miles (+2,867)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    182,019 miles
    Test number
    324016978970
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened hand brake (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake back plates rotted

  4. Pass179,152 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    179,152 miles
    Test number
    399385076875
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened hand brake (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake back plates rotted
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner handle missing but can be readily opened from inside

  5. Fail179,152 miles (+3,654)2 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,152 miles
    Test number
    845232408176
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened hand brake (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake back plates rotted

  6. Pass175,498 miles (+2,706)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    175,498 miles
    Test number
    728282323489
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll brake back plates corroded

  7. Pass172,792 miles (+3,295)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    172,792 miles
    Test number
    854947060041
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle missing (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate rotten
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened handbrake (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,497 miles (+3,985)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,497 miles
    Test number
    458838172985
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension items. Floors and under sills at rear corroded.
    • 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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drivers door interior handle missing but can still be opened from inside the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass165,512 miles (+42)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,512 miles
    Test number
    378053678032
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door handle damaged

  10. Fail165,470 miles (+5,796)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,470 miles
    Test number
    286948876729
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door handle damaged

  11. Pass159,674 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    159,674 miles
    Test number
    196025092693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass155,922 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    155,922 miles
    Test number
    903955058022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in Tyre
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryWater Tank Loose

  13. Fail155,922 miles (+4,131)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,922 miles
    Test number
    744863864952
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever inappropriately repaired Spring Broken (3.1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in Tyre
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryWater Tank Loose

  14. Pass151,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    151,791 miles
    Test number
    387982034431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail151,791 miles (+5,157)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,791 miles
    Test number
    628801934216
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass146,634 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    146,634 miles
    Test number
    205042143144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass142,018 miles (+6,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    142,018 miles
    Test number
    808061062058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass135,473 miles (+6,609)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    135,473 miles
    Test number
    627267571030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass128,864 miles (+4,946)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    128,864 miles
    Test number
    890074930000
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack n/s

  20. Pass123,918 miles (+7,047)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    123,918 miles
    Test number
    191528629470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass116,871 miles (+10,617)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    116,871 miles
    Test number
    642465338047
    • NoteBrake servo damp(no leaks found when brake pressed)
    • NoteO/s/r brake compensator spring mount slightly bent
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads getting low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limit
    • NoteSlight play in power steering rack(n/s)

  22. Pass106,254 miles (+8,234)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,254 miles
    Test number
    694433527072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,020 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    98,020 miles
    Test number
    902444826049
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre worn

Questions about S102 RMB

Does S102 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S102 RMB expired on 2 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S102 RMB?
The MOT on S102 RMB expired on 2 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S102 RMB done?
S102 RMB was recorded at 185,289 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 4,473 miles a year.
Has S102 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S102 RMB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S102 RMB 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 S102 RMB find?
S102 RMB failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 2 major defects and 15 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; exhaust mounting defective, and 14 more.

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