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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,461 cc

S3 CGFMOT history

S3 CGF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 296,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

S3 CGF blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
296,433 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 CGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 CGF was last recorded at 296,433 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 5,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
290,929 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,504 miles
Average per year
12,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 296,433 miles
  • 2025 – 290,929 miles
  • 2024 – 282,003 miles
  • 2023 – 281,012 miles
  • 2022 – 280,729 miles
  • 2021 – 270,791 miles
  • 2020 – 260,201 miles
  • 2019 – 248,638 miles
  • 2018 – 236,510 miles
  • 2017 – 221,410 miles
  • 2016 – 204,875 miles
  • 2015 – 191,151 miles
  • 2014 – 176,744 miles
  • 2013 – 148,823 miles
  • 2012 – 130,639 miles
  • 2011 – 115,933 miles
  • 2010 – 111,020 miles
  • 2009 – 88,692 miles
  • 2008 – 66,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass296,433 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass296,433 miles (+5,504)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    296,433 miles
    Test number
    176963997805
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass290,929 miles (+8,926)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    290,929 miles
    Test number
    982673189313
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass282,003 miles (+991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    282,003 miles
    Test number
    667021595128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass281,012 miles (+283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    281,012 miles
    Test number
    438200822104
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail280,729 miles (+9,938)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,729 miles
    Test number
    991861195795
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML does not illuminate

  6. Pass270,791 miles (+64)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    270,791 miles
    Test number
    345227393958
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail270,727 miles (+59)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,727 miles
    Test number
    832492740164
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail270,668 miles (+6,741)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,668 miles
    Test number
    609112771862
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass263,927 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    263,927 miles
    Test number
    456049607773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass260,201 miles (+11,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    260,201 miles
    Test number
    531943191620
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass248,638 miles (+12,128)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    248,638 miles
    Test number
    967016461613
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass236,510 miles (+15,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    236,510 miles
    Test number
    888995168990
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass221,410 miles (+16,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    221,410 miles
    Test number
    310151318537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass204,875 miles (+13,724)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    204,875 miles
    Test number
    114033919306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass191,151 miles (+14,407)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    191,151 miles
    Test number
    965899915232
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s outer cill damaged

  16. Pass176,744 miles (+35)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    176,744 miles
    Test number
    487239774283
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail176,709 miles (+27,886)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,709 miles
    Test number
    845384274221
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass148,823 miles (+18,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    148,823 miles
    Test number
    386685863180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass130,639 miles (+14,706)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,639 miles
    Test number
    557181902282
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteExhaust centre box corroded
    • NoteVery slight play in steering rack

  20. Pass115,933 miles (+4,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    537781511253
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass111,020 miles (+22,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    111,020 miles
    Test number
    860840710279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass88,692 miles (+22,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,692 miles
    Test number
    200905599171
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  23. Pass66,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    66,274 miles
    Test number
    973327598153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S3 CGF

Does S3 CGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 CGF is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 CGF?
The MOT on S3 CGF is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 CGF done?
S3 CGF was recorded at 296,433 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 12,588 miles a year.
Has S3 CGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 CGF has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 CGF 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 CGF find?
S3 CGF passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside & offside.

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