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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

S15 MDFMOT history

S15 MDF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 213,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S15 MDF blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
213,715 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 MDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 MDF was last recorded at 213,715 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 4,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,464 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,251 miles
Average per year
7,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,715 miles
  • 2025 – 209,464 miles
  • 2024 – 202,977 miles
  • 2023 – 197,440 miles
  • 2022 – 188,972 miles
  • 2021 – 180,402 miles
  • 2020 – 168,885 miles
  • 2019 – 154,291 miles
  • 2018 – 139,867 miles
  • 2017 – 128,718 miles
  • 2016 – 126,571 miles
  • 2015 – 123,861 miles
  • 2014 – 116,599 miles
  • 2013 – 106,770 miles
  • 2012 – 99,590 miles
  • 2011 – 95,026 miles
  • 2010 – 91,359 miles
  • 2009 – 84,743 miles
  • 2008 – 76,421 miles
  • 2007 – 69,377 miles
  • 2006 – 62,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,715 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

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 Front Brake pipe slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass213,715 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    213,715 miles
    Test number
    393991321606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

  2. Fail213,715 miles (+4,251)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,715 miles
    Test number
    410089666402
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

  3. Pass209,464 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    209,464 miles
    Test number
    884302589850
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail209,462 miles (+6,485)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,462 miles
    Test number
    411846194558
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on swing arm (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass202,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    202,977 miles
    Test number
    933537080392
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail202,977 miles (+5,537)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,977 miles
    Test number
    408566164079
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass197,440 miles (+8,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    197,440 miles
    Test number
    995051050288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass188,972 miles (+8,570)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    188,972 miles
    Test number
    964357632445
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass180,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    313796102057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail180,402 miles (+11,517)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    194036577000
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass168,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    168,885 miles
    Test number
    198236809725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail168,885 miles (+14,594)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,885 miles
    Test number
    175968836845
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass154,291 miles (+14,424)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,291 miles
    Test number
    345568453601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass139,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,867 miles
    Test number
    777549810941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail139,867 miles (+11,149)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,867 miles
    Test number
    548222000328
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Steering component casing has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass128,718 miles (+2,147)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,718 miles
    Test number
    207360264084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,571 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    112935392045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,861 miles
    Test number
    879110265197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail123,861 miles (+7,262)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,861 miles
    Test number
    406760365199
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass116,599 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,599 miles
    Test number
    599430464105
    • NoteNo emissions detected at time of test

  21. Fail116,596 miles (+9,826)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,596 miles
    Test number
    799230764177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNo emissions detected at time of test

  22. Pass106,770 miles (+7,180)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,770 miles
    Test number
    527685543106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    306571462112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,590 miles (+4,564)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    315671062168
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass95,026 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    95,026 miles
    Test number
    337128641113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,359 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,359 miles
    Test number
    591233560167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    361681769142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail84,743 miles (+8,322)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    414860469198
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass76,421 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,421 miles
    Test number
    724044328136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass69,377 miles (+6,921)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2008
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    941025427118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass62,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,456 miles
    Test number
    821259016178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 MDF

Does S15 MDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 MDF is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 MDF?
The MOT on S15 MDF is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 MDF done?
S15 MDF was recorded at 213,715 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 7,407 miles a year.
Has S15 MDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 MDF has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S15 MDF 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 S15 MDF find?
S15 MDF passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 1 more.

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