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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

S28 TUAMOT history

S28 TUA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 169,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

S28 TUA grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
169,186 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 TUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 TUA was last recorded at 169,186 miles on 29 May 2026, 1,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,284 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,902 miles
Average per year
5,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,186 miles
  • 2025 – 167,284 miles
  • 2024 – 165,164 miles
  • 2023 – 162,681 miles
  • 2022 – 158,032 miles
  • 2021 – 152,460 miles
  • 2019 – 146,742 miles
  • 2018 – 143,345 miles
  • 2017 – 140,556 miles
  • 2016 – 138,267 miles
  • 2015 – 134,094 miles
  • 2014 – 130,057 miles
  • 2013 – 118,346 miles
  • 2012 – 112,511 miles
  • 2011 – 105,123 miles
  • 2010 – 93,292 miles
  • 2009 – 86,682 miles
  • 2008 – 65,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,186 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears on inner sides (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on centre tread depth (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre silencer/rear silencer boxes outer covers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,186 miles (+1,902)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    169,186 miles
    Test number
    635517185108
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass167,284 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    167,284 miles
    Test number
    748270592963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail167,275 miles (+2,111)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,275 miles
    Test number
    404949893967
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass165,164 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    165,164 miles
    Test number
    541599559581
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail165,155 miles (+2,474)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,155 miles
    Test number
    135202006379
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
  6. Pass162,681 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    162,681 miles
    Test number
    108672873538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass158,032 miles (+5,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    158,032 miles
    Test number
    611954166566
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  8. Pass152,460 miles (+5,718)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    152,460 miles
    Test number
    814997819329
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass146,742 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,742 miles
    Test number
    832598770111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,345 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    143,345 miles
    Test number
    426389374295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail143,343 miles (+2,787)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,343 miles
    Test number
    861583784202
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass140,556 miles (+2,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,556 miles
    Test number
    366818045391
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven
  13. Pass138,267 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,267 miles
    Test number
    190388431559
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rears on inner sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on centre tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer/rear silencer boxes outer covers corroded
  14. Fail138,267 miles (+4,173)1 failure2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,267 miles
    Test number
    992217599124
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rears on inner sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake flexable hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on centre tread depth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer/rear silencer boxes outer covers corroded
  15. Pass134,094 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    134,094 miles
    Test number
    776823505247
    • NoteBattery light on
  16. Fail134,094 miles (+4,037)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,094 miles
    Test number
    145042205243
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery light on
  17. Pass130,057 miles (+11,711)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,057 miles
    Test number
    278714574193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,346 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    118,346 miles
    Test number
    197599233406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,511 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    112,511 miles
    Test number
    478745452037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,123 miles (+11,831)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    105,123 miles
    Test number
    788716751062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,292 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,292 miles
    Test number
    293390160052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,682 miles (+20,941)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,682 miles
    Test number
    264519339112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,741 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,741 miles
    Test number
    824310768047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,740 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,740 miles
    Test number
    902649558035
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about S28 TUA

Does S28 TUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 TUA is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 TUA?
The MOT on S28 TUA is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 TUA done?
S28 TUA was recorded at 169,186 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 5,669 miles a year.
Has S28 TUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 TUA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S28 TUA 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 S28 TUA find?
S28 TUA passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 5 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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