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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

S18 MUDMOT history

S18 MUD is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 237,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

S18 MUD green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
237,490 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
10,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 MUD was last recorded at 237,490 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 2,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,521 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,969 miles
Average per year
10,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,490 miles
  • 2025 – 234,521 miles
  • 2024 – 232,136 miles
  • 2023 – 227,227 miles
  • 2022 – 218,921 miles
  • 2021 – 210,628 miles
  • 2020 – 202,614 miles
  • 2019 – 193,987 miles
  • 2018 – 182,344 miles
  • 2017 – 171,098 miles
  • 2016 – 160,258 miles
  • 2015 – 151,069 miles
  • 2014 – 140,778 miles
  • 2013 – 139,335 miles
  • 2012 – 133,711 miles
  • 2011 – 117,369 miles
  • 2010 – 96,538 miles
  • 2009 – 80,377 miles
  • 2008 – 62,642 miles
  • 2007 – 40,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,490 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone "B" (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryGeneral rear under body, suspension components and sub-frames slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Centre exhaust box corroded through 1st skin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,490 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    237,490 miles
    Test number
    495329813073
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone "B" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear under body, suspension components and sub-frames slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail237,478 miles1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,478 miles
    Test number
    854980812696
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone "B" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear under body, suspension components and sub-frames slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail237,475 miles (+2,954)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,475 miles
    Test number
    189640867229
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone "B" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear under body, suspension components and sub-frames slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass234,521 miles (+16)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    234,521 miles
    Test number
    913803038096
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded through 1st skin

  5. Fail234,505 miles (+2,369)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,505 miles
    Test number
    542647482464
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded through 1st skin

  6. Pass232,136 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    232,136 miles
    Test number
    483994815722
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box rusted

  7. Fail232,136 miles (+4,909)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,136 miles
    Test number
    611090357835
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box rusted

  8. Pass227,227 miles (+8,306)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    227,227 miles
    Test number
    856892410269
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer box outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass218,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    218,921 miles
    Test number
    640055615163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded 1st skin

  10. Fail218,921 miles (+8,293)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,921 miles
    Test number
    492957621571
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded 1st skin

  11. Pass210,628 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    210,628 miles
    Test number
    667188347806
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded through 1st skin

  12. Fail210,627 miles (+8,013)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,627 miles
    Test number
    803221590721
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded through 1st skin

  13. Pass202,614 miles (+8,627)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    202,614 miles
    Test number
    671782585489
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass193,987 miles (+11,643)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    193,987 miles
    Test number
    199926986979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt buckle cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower outer door sill corroded not yet within prescribed areas and partially covered by methods of repair
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded 1st skin

  15. Pass182,344 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    182,344 miles
    Test number
    653861724969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail182,344 miles (+11,246)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,344 miles
    Test number
    417095620688
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass171,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    171,098 miles
    Test number
    360504936330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has sidewall damage not yet to excess

  18. Fail171,098 miles (+10,840)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,098 miles
    Test number
    419594441548
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has sidewall damage not yet to excess

  19. Pass160,258 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    160,258 miles
    Test number
    466120147759
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front Tyre has sidewall damage not yet to excess

  20. Fail160,258 miles (+9,189)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,258 miles
    Test number
    242337513631
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front Tyre has sidewall damage not yet to excess

  21. Pass151,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    151,069 miles
    Test number
    578626280149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail151,069 miles (+10,291)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,069 miles
    Test number
    763610833845
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass140,778 miles (+11)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    140,778 miles
    Test number
    246263054255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  24. Fail140,767 miles (+1,432)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,767 miles
    Test number
    427822054253
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  25. Fail139,335 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,335 miles
    Test number
    239216713330
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  26. Pass139,335 miles (+5,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    139,335 miles
    Test number
    855936213363
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  27. Pass133,711 miles (+16,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,711 miles
    Test number
    165153902314
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass117,369 miles (+20,831)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    117,369 miles
    Test number
    648345721378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass96,538 miles (+16,161)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,538 miles
    Test number
    890968490272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,377 miles (+17,735)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    234833219386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass62,642 miles (+403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,642 miles
    Test number
    673142328303
    • NoteRear tyres wearing

  32. Fail62,239 miles (+21,952)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    180353118338
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing

  33. Pass40,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,287 miles
    Test number
    114591647147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 MUD

Does S18 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 MUD is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 MUD?
The MOT on S18 MUD is valid until 30 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 MUD done?
S18 MUD was recorded at 237,490 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 10,279 miles a year.
Has S18 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 MUD has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 MUD 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 MUD find?
S18 MUD passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "b"; centre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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