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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S42 NGFMOT history

S42 NGF is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 384,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

S42 NGF red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
384,161 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
16,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 NGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 NGF was last recorded at 384,161 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 20,526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
363,635 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
20,526 miles
Average per year
16,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 384,161 miles
  • 2024 – 363,635 miles
  • 2023 – 344,010 miles
  • 2022 – 324,440 miles
  • 2020 – 288,648 miles
  • 2019 – 271,229 miles
  • 2018 – 250,416 miles
  • 2017 – 229,849 miles
  • 2016 – 208,035 miles
  • 2015 – 185,644 miles
  • 2014 – 164,270 miles
  • 2013 – 149,019 miles
  • 2012 – 129,792 miles
  • 2011 – 108,599 miles
  • 2010 – 100,054 miles
  • 2008 – 81,496 miles
  • 2007 – 74,722 miles
  • 2006 – 66,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass384,161 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside

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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass384,161 miles (+20,526)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    384,161 miles
    Test number
    395975585220
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside

  2. Pass363,635 miles (+87)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    363,635 miles
    Test number
    484564045266
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack high nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail363,548 miles (+19,538)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    363,548 miles
    Test number
    889063864167
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (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 large crack high nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass344,010 miles (+19,570)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    344,010 miles
    Test number
    591675491629
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack at top of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill rusted and holed but outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  5. Pass324,440 miles (+17,597)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    324,440 miles
    Test number
    511787057759
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  6. Pass306,843 miles (+18,195)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    306,843 miles
    Test number
    693341835165
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass288,648 miles (+17,419)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    288,648 miles
    Test number
    922249911366
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  8. Pass271,229 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    271,229 miles
    Test number
    753476542979
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail271,229 miles (+20,813)1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,229 miles
    Test number
    908252334152
    • MajorNearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass250,416 miles (+20,567)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    250,416 miles
    Test number
    165685222117
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass229,849 miles (+297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    229,849 miles
    Test number
    425047574455
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Off side and near side (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail229,552 miles (+21,517)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,552 miles
    Test number
    687055320457
    • FailureFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shields not very secure
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Off side and near side (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ?? (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass208,035 miles (+22,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    208,035 miles
    Test number
    139238595638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass185,644 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    185,644 miles
    Test number
    679556053152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail185,599 miles (+21,329)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,599 miles
    Test number
    833704645567
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass164,270 miles (+15,251)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    164,270 miles
    Test number
    205350334300
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass149,019 miles (+280)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    149,019 miles
    Test number
    896442933310
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  18. Fail148,739 miles (+18,947)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,739 miles
    Test number
    898026423330
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass129,792 miles (+256)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    129,792 miles
    Test number
    817482532310
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNear side sill damaged

  20. Fail129,536 miles (+20,937)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,536 miles
    Test number
    258577122322
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNear side sill damaged

  21. Pass108,599 miles (+8,545)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,599 miles
    Test number
    538551021330
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass100,054 miles (+8,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    210033030309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

  23. Pass91,419 miles (+9,923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    340192810095
    • NoteO/s mirror crack

  24. Pass81,496 miles (+6,774)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,496 miles
    Test number
    411534328377
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  25. Pass74,722 miles (+7,835)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    74,722 miles
    Test number
    692211037306
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  26. Pass66,887 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    66,887 miles
    Test number
    972528136337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteN/s/r door unable to open from outside

Questions about S42 NGF

Does S42 NGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S42 NGF is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S42 NGF?
The MOT on S42 NGF is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S42 NGF done?
S42 NGF was recorded at 384,161 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 16,686 miles a year.
Has S42 NGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 NGF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 NGF 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 S42 NGF find?
S42 NGF passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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