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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S106 SWCMOT history

S106 SWC is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S106 SWC white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,138 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S106 SWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S106 SWC was last recorded at 140,138 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,108 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
4,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,138 miles
  • 2025 – 135,710 miles
  • 2024 – 132,963 miles
  • 2023 – 130,542 miles
  • 2022 – 127,019 miles
  • 2021 – 121,125 miles
  • 2020 – 117,858 miles
  • 2019 – 114,959 miles
  • 2018 – 112,974 miles
  • 2017 – 109,606 miles
  • 2016 – 104,960 miles
  • 2015 – 100,986 miles
  • 2014 – 97,101 miles
  • 2013 – 91,368 miles
  • 2012 – 83,138 miles
  • 2011 – 77,803 miles
  • 2010 – 71,570 miles
  • 2009 – 65,085 miles
  • 2008 – 59,643 miles
  • 2007 – 54,449 miles
  • 2006 – 50,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,138 miles
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,138 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,138 miles
    Test number
    929538748197
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  2. Fail140,108 miles (+4,398)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,108 miles
    Test number
    332239834793
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass135,710 miles (+2,747)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    135,710 miles
    Test number
    798297932259
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass132,963 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,963 miles
    Test number
    387614763649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass130,542 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,542 miles
    Test number
    370703997225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,540 miles (+3,521)2 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,540 miles
    Test number
    269213900176
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm modified so the suspension is inoperative sat on suspension bump stops (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass127,019 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,019 miles
    Test number
    988980562357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,013 miles (+5,888)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,013 miles
    Test number
    258116937996
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass121,125 miles (+3,267)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,125 miles
    Test number
    169286874825
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass117,858 miles (+2,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,858 miles
    Test number
    274229836579
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass114,959 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,959 miles
    Test number
    154659422714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,954 miles (+1,980)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,954 miles
    Test number
    734558166665
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass112,974 miles (+3,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,974 miles
    Test number
    457178163901
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower ball joint slight wear.

  14. Pass109,606 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,606 miles
    Test number
    102241266503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,960 miles (+3,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    104,960 miles
    Test number
    485858222604
    • AdvisoryFront tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose perished.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding
    • AdvisorySteering arms worn.

  16. Pass100,986 miles (+3,885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,986 miles
    Test number
    638967635029
    • NoteFront exhaust blowing.
    • NoteWear in steering tie arms.

  17. Fail97,101 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,101 miles
    Test number
    149635544487
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteSlight wear in n/s/f lower ball joint.
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s steering arm.

  18. Pass97,101 miles (+5,733)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,101 miles
    Test number
    599215144022
    • NoteSlight wear in n/s/f lower ball joint.
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s steering arm.

  19. Pass91,368 miles (+8,230)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,368 miles
    Test number
    145610153091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    909158532040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,138 miles (+5,335)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    895947332099
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass77,803 miles (+6,233)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    215872641080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,570 miles (+6,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,570 miles
    Test number
    770473140085
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass65,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    201370959062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,085 miles (+5,442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    922030959078
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass59,643 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,643 miles
    Test number
    570919248089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,622 miles (+5,173)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,622 miles
    Test number
    120354348091
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass54,449 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,449 miles
    Test number
    812042927069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,171 miles
    Test number
    751151746089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S106 SWC

Does S106 SWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S106 SWC is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S106 SWC?
The MOT on S106 SWC is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S106 SWC done?
S106 SWC was recorded at 140,138 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 4,405 miles a year.
Has S106 SWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S106 SWC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S106 SWC 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 S106 SWC find?
S106 SWC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed.

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