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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S3 MBPMOT history

S3 MBP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 218,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

S3 MBP blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
218,794 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 MBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 MBP was last recorded at 218,794 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,794 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,794 miles
  • 2025 – 214,384 miles
  • 2024 – 210,590 miles
  • 2023 – 205,762 miles
  • 2022 – 201,708 miles
  • 2020 – 196,594 miles
  • 2019 – 188,680 miles
  • 2018 – 182,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,794 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jan 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,794 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    218,794 miles
    Test number
    183265313413
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail218,794 miles (+4,410)2 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,794 miles
    Test number
    942349886481
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Back of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Corrosion in wheel arch

  3. Pass214,384 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    214,384 miles
    Test number
    556653005131
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail214,384 miles (+3,794)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,384 miles
    Test number
    970990641883
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass210,590 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    210,590 miles
    Test number
    985296471524
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail210,590 miles (+4,828)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,590 miles
    Test number
    900960126777
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass205,762 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    205,762 miles
    Test number
    434493109106
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail205,754 miles (+4,046)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,754 miles
    Test number
    672570891740
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass201,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    201,708 miles
    Test number
    278684708897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail201,708 miles (+5,114)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,708 miles
    Test number
    880543625405
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass196,594 miles (+7,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    196,594 miles
    Test number
    444265698837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass188,680 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    188,680 miles
    Test number
    610093082814
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Fail188,677 miles (+6,308)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,677 miles
    Test number
    498909131970
    • MajorNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass182,369 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    182,369 miles
    Test number
    797407747259
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail182,328 miles4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,328 miles
    Test number
    877927521983
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S3 MBP

Does S3 MBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 MBP is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 MBP?
The MOT on S3 MBP is valid until 19 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 MBP done?
S3 MBP was recorded at 218,794 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,404 miles a year.
Has S3 MBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 MBP has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 MBP 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 MBP find?
S3 MBP passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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