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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

S18 EDGMOT history

S18 EDG is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 232,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

S18 EDG red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
232,565 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 EDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 EDG was last recorded at 232,565 miles on 27 May 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,560 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 232,565 miles
  • 2023 – 228,505 miles
  • 2022 – 224,594 miles
  • 2021 – 221,798 miles
  • 2020 – 216,815 miles
  • 2019 – 213,060 miles
  • 2018 – 208,721 miles
  • 2015 – 206,508 miles
  • 2014 – 202,906 miles
  • 2013 – 197,001 miles
  • 2012 – 192,930 miles
  • 2011 – 169,306 miles
  • 2010 – 155,692 miles
  • 2008 – 142,781 miles
  • 2007 – 120,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    391710341986
    • 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))

  2. FailMileage not read6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    506656462695
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass232,565 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    232,565 miles
    Test number
    679174926896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail232,560 miles3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,560 miles
    Test number
    803157574992
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    361070224724
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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))

  6. Pass228,505 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    228,505 miles
    Test number
    323004074320
    • 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))

  7. Fail228,499 miles (+3,905)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,499 miles
    Test number
    561716274283
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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))

  8. Pass224,594 miles (+2,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    224,594 miles
    Test number
    833333592795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been undersealed

  9. Pass221,798 miles (+80)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    221,798 miles
    Test number
    843788112260
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in underseal

  10. Fail221,718 miles (+4,903)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,718 miles
    Test number
    617123715436
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe at brake caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in underseal

  11. Pass216,815 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    216,815 miles
    Test number
    407536724985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail216,813 miles (+3,753)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,813 miles
    Test number
    484418163382
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass213,060 miles (+280)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    213,060 miles
    Test number
    650028872554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail212,780 miles (+4,059)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,780 miles
    Test number
    210133460080
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass208,721 miles (+2,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    208,721 miles
    Test number
    303868629395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass206,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    206,508 miles
    Test number
    267531626471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Fail206,508 miles (+3,602)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,508 miles
    Test number
    760138160673
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass202,906 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    202,906 miles
    Test number
    397520764447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail202,864 miles (+5,863)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,864 miles
    Test number
    237849254204
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass197,001 miles (+4,071)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    197,001 miles
    Test number
    428634313253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass192,930 miles (+23,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    192,930 miles
    Test number
    307067722479
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass169,306 miles (+13,614)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    169,306 miles
    Test number
    139703511297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on brake discs

  23. Pass155,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    155,692 miles
    Test number
    884444120276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail155,692 miles (+228)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,692 miles
    Test number
    313584720458
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Fail155,464 miles (+12,683)5 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,464 miles
    Test number
    543453400237
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded but not seriously weakened
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded but not seriously weakened

  26. Pass142,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    142,781 miles
    Test number
    282422548124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail142,781 miles (+22,431)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,781 miles
    Test number
    590402748108
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass120,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    120,350 miles
    Test number
    142662947173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail120,350 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,350 miles
    Test number
    820078837113
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    190139436183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 EDG

Does S18 EDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 EDG is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 EDG?
The MOT on S18 EDG is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 EDG done?
S18 EDG was recorded at 232,565 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 6,225 miles a year.
Has S18 EDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 EDG has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 EDG 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 S18 EDG find?
S18 EDG passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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