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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

S3 PDEMOT history

S3 PDE is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 120,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

S3 PDE red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,256 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 PDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 PDE was last recorded at 120,256 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,113 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
143 miles
Average per year
6,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,256 miles
  • 2025 – 112,708 miles
  • 2024 – 105,563 miles
  • 2023 – 96,555 miles
  • 2022 – 88,964 miles
  • 2021 – 82,899 miles
  • 2020 – 78,177 miles
  • 2019 – 73,327 miles
  • 2018 – 69,548 miles
  • 2017 – 63,810 miles
  • 2016 – 57,764 miles
  • 2015 – 48,477 miles
  • 2014 – 39,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,256 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,256 miles (+143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,256 miles
    Test number
    705080986623
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail120,113 miles (+7,405)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,113 miles
    Test number
    690745930357
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass112,708 miles (+7,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    812702194994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass105,563 miles (+9,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,563 miles
    Test number
    139519353432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass96,555 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    565318024512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,964 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,964 miles
    Test number
    554229879595
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail88,953 miles (+6,054)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    461709874521
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,899 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    244024942470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DRL inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer cover corroded & hanging off
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Difficult to see but appear to be low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail82,899 miles (+4,722)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    561127925701
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Leaking from scuttle panel area (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DRL inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer cover corroded & hanging off
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Difficult to see but appear to be low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass78,177 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    131209605894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,149 miles (+4,822)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,149 miles
    Test number
    469047802792
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

  12. Pass73,327 miles (+3,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,327 miles
    Test number
    430916513321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass69,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,548 miles
    Test number
    326667130149
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box mounting insecure

  14. Fail69,548 miles (+5,738)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,548 miles
    Test number
    429131949888
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box mounting insecure

  15. Pass63,810 miles (+6,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,810 miles
    Test number
    238379545817
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass57,764 miles (+9,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,764 miles
    Test number
    302391685696
    • AdvisoryRear silencer is rusty
    • AdvisorySLight play in Nearside of steering rack

  17. Pass48,477 miles (+8,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,477 miles
    Test number
    279646415039
    • 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)

  18. Pass39,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,588 miles
    Test number
    415709324018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 PDE

Does S3 PDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 PDE is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 PDE?
The MOT on S3 PDE is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 PDE done?
S3 PDE was recorded at 120,256 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 6,642 miles a year.
Has S3 PDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 PDE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 PDE 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 PDE find?
S3 PDE passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside worn inner edge.

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