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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2019 · 1,968 cc

S3 ABVMOT history

S3 ABV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Apr 2019. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 185,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

S3 ABV silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
185,127 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
27,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 ABV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
16 Apr 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 ABV was last recorded at 185,127 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 26,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,592 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
26,535 miles
Average per year
27,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,127 miles
  • 2025 – 158,592 miles
  • 2024 – 132,733 miles
  • 2023 – 99,340 miles
  • 2022 – 73,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,127 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

8 tests since 22 Apr 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    185,127 miles
    Test number
    872237588149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,127 miles (+26,535)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,127 miles
    Test number
    787872843567
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,592 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    158,592 miles
    Test number
    662671558943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has small chips

  4. Fail158,592 miles (+25,859)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,592 miles
    Test number
    191490692416
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has small chips

  5. Pass132,733 miles (+33,393)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,733 miles
    Test number
    602047502062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,340 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,340 miles
    Test number
    187466184601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,295 miles (+26,011)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,295 miles
    Test number
    610943841679
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,284 miles
    Test number
    238388652078
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Questions about S3 ABV

Does S3 ABV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 ABV is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 ABV?
The MOT on S3 ABV is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 ABV done?
S3 ABV was recorded at 185,127 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 27,999 miles a year.
Has S3 ABV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 ABV has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 ABV 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 S3 ABV find?
S3 ABV passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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