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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S46 JUAMOT history

S46 JUA is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 262,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

S46 JUA green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
262,581 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 JUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 JUA was last recorded at 262,581 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 3,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,369 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,212 miles
Average per year
7,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,581 miles
  • 2025 – 259,369 miles
  • 2023 – 205,109 miles
  • 2022 – 190,747 miles
  • 2021 – 175,056 miles
  • 2020 – 159,104 miles
  • 2019 – 143,387 miles
  • 2018 – 140,058 miles
  • 2017 – 126,872 miles
  • 2016 – 115,980 miles
  • 2015 – 115,845 miles
  • 2014 – 115,168 miles
  • 2013 – 115,055 miles
  • 2012 – 115,055 miles
  • 2011 – 115,055 miles
  • 2010 – 115,055 miles
  • 2009 – 115,055 miles
  • 2008 – 115,055 miles
  • 2007 – 112,211 miles
  • 2006 – 107,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,581 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust mounting defective centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened partially corroded on inner facing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,581 miles (+3,212)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    262,581 miles
    Test number
    455631426224
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  2. Pass259,369 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    259,369 miles
    Test number
    562009914671
    • AdvisoryPrevious welding repairs to several areas of underbody

  3. Fail259,358 miles (+54,249)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,358 miles
    Test number
    280493541600
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened front subframe rusted through next to front lower suspension arm and other parts possibly rusting under underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near side rear spring turret area rusted through in a few areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of off side inner sill area holed next to jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side inner / outer sill panel area below front door previously repaired but not welded at joint
    • AdvisoryOther areas of previous welding repairs in rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryUpper lock nuts on both front shock absorbers loose

  4. Pass205,109 miles (+14,362)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    205,109 miles
    Test number
    107681386569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass190,747 miles (+496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    190,747 miles
    Test number
    697537356540
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail190,251 miles (+15,195)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,251 miles
    Test number
    819619653608
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass175,056 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,056 miles
    Test number
    639929191719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened partially corroded on inner facing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail175,051 miles (+15,947)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,051 miles
    Test number
    145430015317
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened partially corroded on inner facing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass159,104 miles (+198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    159,104 miles
    Test number
    612823143082
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail158,906 miles (+15,519)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,906 miles
    Test number
    548786866503
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour lens broken (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake disc corroded on inner surface

  11. Pass143,387 miles (+3,329)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,387 miles
    Test number
    986000873780
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass140,058 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    140,058 miles
    Test number
    675737128121
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Fail140,053 miles (+13,181)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,053 miles
    Test number
    472904860307
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass126,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,872 miles
    Test number
    989155499580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail126,868 miles (+10,888)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,868 miles
    Test number
    483113798129
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass115,980 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    115,980 miles
    Test number
    576592426288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass115,845 miles (+677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,845 miles
    Test number
    649270028161
    • AdvisoryWipers split

  18. Pass115,168 miles (+113)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,168 miles
    Test number
    407330744479
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass115,055 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    695369433345
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail115,055 miles2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    768366723309
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass115,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    176110712367
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass115,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    887929101333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail115,055 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    937061501318
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass115,055 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    422334990262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

  25. Pass115,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    453995599251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass115,055 miles (+2,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    854879488205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass112,211 miles (+4,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    112,211 miles
    Test number
    834330397237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass107,706 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    107,706 miles
    Test number
    102379176237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail107,557 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    962600176229
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S46 JUA

Does S46 JUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S46 JUA is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S46 JUA?
The MOT on S46 JUA is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S46 JUA done?
S46 JUA was recorded at 262,581 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 7,924 miles a year.
Has S46 JUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 JUA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S46 JUA 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 S46 JUA find?
S46 JUA passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel, and 9 more.

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