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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S43 DFGMOT history

S43 DFG is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 213,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S43 DFG white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
213,367 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 DFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 DFG was last recorded at 213,367 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,366 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,367 miles
  • 2025 – 213,343 miles
  • 2024 – 210,228 miles
  • 2023 – 209,170 miles
  • 2022 – 201,267 miles
  • 2021 – 190,819 miles
  • 2020 – 184,650 miles
  • 2019 – 180,932 miles
  • 2018 – 175,349 miles
  • 2017 – 170,151 miles
  • 2016 – 164,275 miles
  • 2015 – 157,898 miles
  • 2014 – 150,807 miles
  • 2013 – 139,411 miles
  • 2012 – 130,457 miles
  • 2011 – 130,327 miles
  • 2010 – 127,011 miles
  • 2009 – 127,008 miles
  • 2008 – 122,587 miles
  • 2007 – 115,414 miles
  • 2006 – 107,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,367 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,367 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    213,367 miles
    Test number
    269814117872
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail213,366 miles (+23)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,366 miles
    Test number
    462282707037
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail213,343 miles (+3,115)1 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,343 miles
    Test number
    560761466036
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass210,228 miles (+1,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    210,228 miles
    Test number
    255498178560
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) bothsides

  5. Pass209,170 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    209,170 miles
    Test number
    813677574381
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion

  6. Fail209,170 miles (+7,903)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,170 miles
    Test number
    724503456026
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion

  7. Pass201,267 miles (+10,448)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    201,267 miles
    Test number
    381081102198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass190,819 miles (+6,169)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    190,819 miles
    Test number
    189510669506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass184,650 miles (+3,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    184,650 miles
    Test number
    192217731524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass180,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,932 miles
    Test number
    439863248852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail180,932 miles (+5,583)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,932 miles
    Test number
    211387104746
    • Repaired at testHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

  12. Pass175,349 miles (+5,198)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    175,349 miles
    Test number
    821921741546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass170,151 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    170,151 miles
    Test number
    706710832396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass164,275 miles (+6,377)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    164,275 miles
    Test number
    409878911870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass157,898 miles (+7,091)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    157,898 miles
    Test number
    325097515494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass150,807 miles (+11,396)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    150,807 miles
    Test number
    927143924234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass139,411 miles (+8,954)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    139,411 miles
    Test number
    957960523288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,457 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    130,457 miles
    Test number
    309460032450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass130,327 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    130,327 miles
    Test number
    559096341187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,011 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    127,011 miles
    Test number
    724622300233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass127,008 miles (+4,421)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    127,008 miles
    Test number
    453506619454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass122,587 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    122,587 miles
    Test number
    492982928414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail122,577 miles (+7,163)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,577 miles
    Test number
    501268318354
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass115,414 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    115,414 miles
    Test number
    792492617324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass107,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    107,948 miles
    Test number
    922006706316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 DFG

Does S43 DFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 DFG is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 DFG?
The MOT on S43 DFG is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 DFG done?
S43 DFG was recorded at 213,367 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 5,476 miles a year.
Has S43 DFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 DFG has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S43 DFG 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 S43 DFG find?
S43 DFG passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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