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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S35 CTOMOT history

S35 CTO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 68,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

S35 CTO white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,932 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 CTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 CTO was last recorded at 68,932 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,076 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
856 miles
Average per year
2,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,932 miles
  • 2025 – 68,076 miles
  • 2024 – 67,349 miles
  • 2023 – 66,341 miles
  • 2022 – 65,120 miles
  • 2020 – 63,437 miles
  • 2019 – 61,529 miles
  • 2018 – 60,652 miles
  • 2017 – 59,536 miles
  • 2016 – 57,362 miles
  • 2015 – 56,169 miles
  • 2014 – 51,502 miles
  • 2013 – 47,477 miles
  • 2012 – 44,217 miles
  • 2011 – 43,261 miles
  • 2010 – 39,829 miles
  • 2009 – 35,693 miles
  • 2008 – 34,049 miles
  • 2007 – 27,136 miles
  • 2006 – 22,443 miles
  • 2005 – 22,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,932 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front cross member/crash bar (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • O/s/r tyre edges worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • All tyre walls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear lamp lens dirty on inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine emits black smoke

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,932 miles (+856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,932 miles
    Test number
    455815020837
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front cross member/crash bar (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass68,076 miles (+727)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    654571660073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter twisted, but not split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,349 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,349 miles
    Test number
    943655865579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,341 miles (+1,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,341 miles
    Test number
    380194634277
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust tail pipes are rusted and holed , also exhaust pipe from second silencer is rusted and holed .
    • AdvisorySlight play in both steering rack inner joints

  5. Pass65,120 miles (+1,683)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,120 miles
    Test number
    825656316185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak engine / gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded rear box and corrosion to system

  6. Pass63,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    149307302650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,437 miles (+1,908)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    320614448846
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass61,529 miles (+877)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    150947520850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper body marker lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre edges worn and tread depth getting low
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower shock absorber bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre outer sidewalls/ treads cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight cracking to both rear tyre outer side walls
    • AdvisorySlight engine/gearbox leaks
    • AdvisorySome smoke visible from exhaust on acceleration

  9. Pass60,652 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,652 miles
    Test number
    908107980996
    • AdvisoryAll tyre walls cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lens dirty on inside
    • AdvisoryEngine emits black smoke
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edges worn

  10. Fail60,651 miles (+1,115)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,651 miles
    Test number
    335006223545
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyre walls cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lens dirty on inside
    • AdvisoryEngine emits black smoke
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edges worn

  11. Pass59,536 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,536 miles
    Test number
    893334034926
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s sill flange damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edges worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  12. Fail59,536 miles (+2,174)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,536 miles
    Test number
    494378686610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s sill flange damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edges worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  13. Pass57,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,362 miles
    Test number
    100920498951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,362 miles (+1,193)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,362 miles
    Test number
    893164159796
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass56,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    967185535126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,169 miles (+4,667)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    969405535183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass51,502 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,502 miles
    Test number
    167859624198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,477 miles (+3,260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,477 miles
    Test number
    439952523181
    • NoteBaffles loose in middle silencer

  19. Pass44,217 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,217 miles
    Test number
    878415522156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,261 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,261 miles
    Test number
    738266021153
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass43,261 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,261 miles
    Test number
    746886321182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,829 miles (+4,136)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,829 miles
    Test number
    521753310142
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteExhaust system corroding

  23. Pass35,693 miles (+1,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,693 miles
    Test number
    794523519137
    • NoteExhaust system corroding

  24. Fail34,049 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,049 miles
    Test number
    623300228194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass34,049 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,049 miles
    Test number
    821210628145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,136 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,136 miles
    Test number
    951324877020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,443 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,443 miles
    Test number
    982729776054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    22,005 miles
    Test number
    363891595281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S35 CTO

Does S35 CTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S35 CTO is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S35 CTO?
The MOT on S35 CTO is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S35 CTO done?
S35 CTO was recorded at 68,932 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 2,309 miles a year.
Has S35 CTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 CTO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S35 CTO 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 S35 CTO find?
S35 CTO passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front cross member/crash bar.

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