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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S36 SWJMOT history

S36 SWJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 234,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

S36 SWJ white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
234,066 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 SWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 SWJ was last recorded at 234,066 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,263 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
803 miles
Average per year
4,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 234,066 miles
  • 2025 – 233,263 miles
  • 2024 – 229,010 miles
  • 2023 – 221,124 miles
  • 2022 – 209,275 miles
  • 2021 – 207,314 miles
  • 2019 – 204,591 miles
  • 2018 – 198,643 miles
  • 2017 – 197,649 miles
  • 2016 – 192,299 miles
  • 2015 – 183,564 miles
  • 2014 – 177,361 miles
  • 2013 – 174,684 miles
  • 2012 – 173,418 miles
  • 2011 – 172,550 miles
  • 2010 – 169,782 miles
  • 2009 – 165,231 miles
  • 2008 – 161,321 miles
  • 2007 – 152,441 miles
  • 2006 – 142,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,066 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,066 miles (+803)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    234,066 miles
    Test number
    626107599773
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass233,263 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    233,263 miles
    Test number
    412275291614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail233,262 miles (+4,252)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,262 miles
    Test number
    746477039584
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass229,010 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    229,010 miles
    Test number
    980264034550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Offside and nearside

  5. Fail229,010 miles (+7,886)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,010 miles
    Test number
    116362701580
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass221,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    221,124 miles
    Test number
    363642973834
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail221,124 miles (+11,849)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,124 miles
    Test number
    984098313625
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass209,275 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    209,275 miles
    Test number
    613858304873
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail209,275 miles (+1,961)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,275 miles
    Test number
    631809023055
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass207,314 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    207,314 miles
    Test number
    212724384645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass204,591 miles (+5,948)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    204,591 miles
    Test number
    649496479077
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass198,643 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    198,643 miles
    Test number
    683506893822
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion forming on and near prescribed areas

  13. Fail198,643 miles (+994)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,643 miles
    Test number
    665589951530
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion forming on and near prescribed areas

  14. Pass197,649 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    197,649 miles
    Test number
    910659677459
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail197,649 miles (+5,350)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,649 miles
    Test number
    535226808579
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass192,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    192,299 miles
    Test number
    319164247740
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail192,299 miles (+8,735)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,299 miles
    Test number
    490992194627
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass183,564 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    183,564 miles
    Test number
    830187187241
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre perished and cut in tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail183,564 miles (+6,203)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,564 miles
    Test number
    344570257391
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre perished and cut in tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass177,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    177,361 miles
    Test number
    465712364163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail177,361 miles (+2,677)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,361 miles
    Test number
    267228354104
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass174,684 miles (+1,266)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    174,684 miles
    Test number
    209647953416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass173,418 miles (+868)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    173,418 miles
    Test number
    947977982170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass172,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    172,550 miles
    Test number
    156417881146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail172,550 miles (+2,768)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,550 miles
    Test number
    235357581182
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

  26. Fail169,782 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,782 miles
    Test number
    642262360177
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass169,782 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    169,782 miles
    Test number
    651362260166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass165,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    165,231 miles
    Test number
    311400879135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail165,231 miles (+3,910)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,231 miles
    Test number
    993339469175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass161,321 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    161,321 miles
    Test number
    242423378018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass152,441 miles (+9,568)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    152,441 miles
    Test number
    952842577016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass142,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    142,873 miles
    Test number
    243997266004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S36 SWJ

Does S36 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 SWJ is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 SWJ?
The MOT on S36 SWJ is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S36 SWJ done?
S36 SWJ was recorded at 234,066 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 4,501 miles a year.
Has S36 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 SWJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S36 SWJ 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 SWJ find?
S36 SWJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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