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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S38 RBDMOT history

S38 RBD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 264,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

S38 RBD grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
264,298 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 RBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 RBD was last recorded at 264,298 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
263,980 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
318 miles
Average per year
11,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 264,298 miles
  • 2024 – 263,980 miles
  • 2023 – 263,093 miles
  • 2022 – 262,003 miles
  • 2021 – 261,226 miles
  • 2020 – 260,400 miles
  • 2019 – 260,184 miles
  • 2018 – 246,861 miles
  • 2017 – 241,597 miles
  • 2016 – 239,161 miles
  • 2015 – 236,586 miles
  • 2014 – 232,586 miles
  • 2013 – 229,983 miles
  • 2012 – 222,403 miles
  • 2011 – 214,501 miles
  • 2010 – 211,794 miles
  • 2009 – 204,515 miles
  • 2008 – 200,935 miles
  • 2007 – 151,283 miles
  • 2006 – 48,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,298 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are over 10 years old (2014)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheels but not excessive
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,298 miles (+318)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    264,298 miles
    Test number
    221935748001
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are over 10 years old (2014)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheels but not excessive
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel
  2. Pass263,980 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    263,980 miles
    Test number
    541902248687
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail263,961 miles (+868)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,961 miles
    Test number
    214498540704
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass263,093 miles (+1,090)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    263,093 miles
    Test number
    362950422096
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers are starting to smear the screen slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv gaiter slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has 3.6 mm / wearing edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 5.2 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass262,003 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    262,003 miles
    Test number
    933028050477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv boot slightly perished
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail261,998 miles (+772)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,998 miles
    Test number
    531118591615
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective UNABLE TO OPEN FUEL CAP TO CHECK SEAL (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv boot slightly perished
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass261,226 miles (+826)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    261,226 miles
    Test number
    517628704985
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front at caliper and both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section ,drain hole corroded out (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv gaiter slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has 3.5 mm of tread left and wearing edges slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass260,400 miles (+216)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    260,400 miles
    Test number
    995103621134
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from brake flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat-shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing very slightly does not effect drivers view
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative
  9. Pass260,184 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    260,184 miles
    Test number
    534402369534
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REARS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail260,183 miles (+6,053)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,183 miles
    Test number
    950646679318
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REARS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass254,130 miles (+1)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    254,130 miles
    Test number
    586344964289
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail254,129 miles (+7,268)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,129 miles
    Test number
    376826750033
    • MajorBrake cable damaged front part (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced when full beam is switched on (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced when full beam is switched on (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass246,861 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    246,861 miles
    Test number
    338637222772
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail246,860 miles (+5,263)1 dangerous5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,860 miles
    Test number
    710614220526
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2 clips (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass241,597 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    241,597 miles
    Test number
    201383425967
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' not in swipe but more than 40mm (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail241,584 miles (+2,423)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,584 miles
    Test number
    731228624540
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' not in swipe but more than 40mm (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass239,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    239,161 miles
    Test number
    956000361383
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail239,161 miles (+2,575)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,161 miles
    Test number
    269487666372
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass236,586 miles (+4,000)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    236,586 miles
    Test number
    816404635003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRunner on bottom of side door worn through floor
  20. Pass232,586 miles (+16)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    232,586 miles
    Test number
    628283224027
    • NoteBackbox baffles rattling
    • NoteEngine oily
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack but not excessive
    • NoteVarious brake pipes showing slight signs of corrosion but not excessive
  21. Fail232,570 miles (+2,587)7 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,570 miles
    Test number
    116380724466
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBackbox baffles rattling
    • NoteEngine oily
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack but not excessive
    • NoteVarious brake pipes showing slight signs of corrosion but not excessive
  22. Pass229,983 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    229,983 miles
    Test number
    175509333097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail229,910 miles (+7,507)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,910 miles
    Test number
    145935323027
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  24. Pass222,403 miles (+20)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    222,403 miles
    Test number
    968294722072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  25. Fail222,383 miles (+7,882)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,383 miles
    Test number
    948589112087
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  26. Pass214,501 miles (+2,707)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    214,501 miles
    Test number
    175451721045
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNsf track rod slight play
    • NoteOsf track rod slight play
  27. Pass211,794 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    211,794 miles
    Test number
    390499040431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass204,515 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    204,515 miles
    Test number
    983406339210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass200,935 miles (+49,652)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    200,935 miles
    Test number
    684450248230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass151,283 miles (+102,371)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    151,283 miles
    Test number
    240150547251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass48,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,912 miles
    Test number
    503727836289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 RBD

Does S38 RBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 RBD is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S38 RBD?
The MOT on S38 RBD is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 RBD done?
S38 RBD was recorded at 264,298 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 11,207 miles a year.
Has S38 RBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 RBD has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S38 RBD 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 S38 RBD find?
S38 RBD passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: both rear tyres are over 10 years old; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm; slight play in both front wheels but not excessive, and 1 more.

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