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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S36 AVCMOT history

S36 AVC is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S36 AVC red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
149,271 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 AVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 AVC was last recorded at 149,271 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,271 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,271 miles
  • 2025 – 148,349 miles
  • 2024 – 146,906 miles
  • 2023 – 143,160 miles
  • 2022 – 140,644 miles
  • 2021 – 137,189 miles
  • 2019 – 134,197 miles
  • 2018 – 132,014 miles
  • 2016 – 131,988 miles
  • 2012 – 128,369 miles
  • 2011 – 122,888 miles
  • 2010 – 118,301 miles
  • 2009 – 113,990 miles
  • 2007 – 107,936 miles
  • 2006 – 99,825 miles
  • 2005 – 93,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,271 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    149,271 miles
    Test number
    392829396371
    • 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. Fail149,271 miles (+922)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,271 miles
    Test number
    218248039344
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (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. Pass148,349 miles (+1,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,349 miles
    Test number
    180700562290
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,906 miles (+3,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    146,906 miles
    Test number
    379833550207
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,160 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,160 miles
    Test number
    554493384160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,089 miles (+2,445)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,089 miles
    Test number
    327544042689
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

  7. Pass140,644 miles (+3,455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,644 miles
    Test number
    313686469574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass137,189 miles (+2,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,189 miles
    Test number
    460888642486
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass134,197 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,197 miles
    Test number
    392013342513
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing around the inner edges of the tread.
    • AdvisoryThe off side and near side front brake hoses are perished.
    • AdvisoryThere is some corrosion present at the near side floor.

  10. Fail134,196 miles (+2,182)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,196 miles
    Test number
    825183526701
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing around the inner edges of the tread.
    • AdvisoryThe off side and near side front brake hoses are perished.
    • AdvisoryThere is some corrosion present at the near side floor.

  11. Pass132,014 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,014 miles
    Test number
    665531974895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,988 miles (+3,619)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    131,988 miles
    Test number
    558571975066
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger corroded off
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass128,369 miles (+5,481)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    128,369 miles
    Test number
    107375052040
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust backbox slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass122,888 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    188854051097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end

  15. Fail122,888 miles (+4,587)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    236714251076
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end

  16. Pass118,301 miles (+4,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    118,301 miles
    Test number
    521834850044
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail113,990 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,990 miles
    Test number
    223675259025
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass113,990 miles (+6,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    113,990 miles
    Test number
    464465059021
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass107,936 miles (+8,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    107,936 miles
    Test number
    473147647410
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail99,825 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,825 miles
    Test number
    234809546351
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHand brake cable starting to wear

  21. Pass99,825 miles (+6,024)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    99,825 miles
    Test number
    621659846384
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHand brake cable starting to wear

  22. Pass93,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    93,801 miles
    Test number
    833169145336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail93,801 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,801 miles
    Test number
    260878645378
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S36 AVC

Does S36 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 AVC is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 AVC?
The MOT on S36 AVC is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S36 AVC done?
S36 AVC was recorded at 149,271 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 2,760 miles a year.
Has S36 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 AVC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S36 AVC 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 S36 AVC find?
S36 AVC passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 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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