
Volkswagen Transporter
Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc
S47 XATMOT history
S47 XAT is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 186,216 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 186,216 mi
- At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 17 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 4,848 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S47 XAT
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,459 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 31 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S47 XAT was last recorded at 186,216 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 186,216 miles · 24 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 4,848 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 186,216 miles
- 2025 – 185,320 miles
- 2024 – 185,118 miles
- 2023 – 184,562 miles
- 2022 – 184,540 miles
- 2017 – 184,314 miles
- 2016 – 176,377 miles
- 2015 – 171,683 miles
- 2014 – 165,290 miles
- 2013 – 154,827 miles
- 2012 – 147,912 miles
- 2011 – 139,309 miles
- 2010 – 130,460 miles
- 2009 – 121,885 miles
- 2008 – 111,013 miles
- 2007 – 100,665 miles
- 2006 – 94,403 miles
- 2005 – 86,983 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisorySteering rack bushes have slight movementRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side
Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
28 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass186,216 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 186,216 miles
- Test number
- 324545806465
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySteering rack bushes have slight movement
Fail186,216 miles (+896)1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,216 miles
- Test number
- 410017658372
- MajorNearside Front Brake modification unsafe brake hose fouling on inner edge of tyre (1.1.21 (d) (i))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySteering rack bushes have slight movement
Pass185,320 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 185,320 miles
- Test number
- 975108715076
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail185,307 miles (+189)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,307 miles
- Test number
- 677727228334
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass185,118 miles (+556)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 185,118 miles
- Test number
- 480484824697
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass184,562 miles (+4)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 184,562 miles
- Test number
- 746746920379
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail184,558 miles1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,558 miles
- Test number
- 385886391999
- DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement caliper (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both hand brake cable link bars (1.1.15 (b))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail184,557 miles (+1)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,557 miles
- Test number
- 611145391870
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement handbrake lever on caliper (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
- AdvisoryRear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both rear hand brake cable links (1.1.15 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
Fail184,556 miles (+16)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,556 miles
- Test number
- 248458725630
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement handbrake lever on caliper (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
- AdvisoryRear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both rear hand brake cable links (1.1.15 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
Fail184,540 miles (+226)4 dangerous10 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,540 miles
- Test number
- 810535415066
- DangerousFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch tub (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch tub (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
Pass184,314 miles (+7,937)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 184,314 miles
- Test number
- 425749535730
- AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryCovers fitted at time of test
Pass176,377 miles (+4,694)
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2017
- Odometer
- 176,377 miles
- Test number
- 503793838457
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass171,683 miles (+91)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2016
- Odometer
- 171,683 miles
- Test number
- 276260545186
- NoteSome surface corrosion some metal brake pipes, and the rear flexible hose ferrules.
Fail171,592 miles (+6,302)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,592 miles
- Test number
- 849394635160
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- NoteCorrosion on n/s/f outrigger not in a prescribed area.
- NoteSmall hole in o/s/r wing to sill, close to prescribed area.
- NoteSome surface corrosion some metal brake pipes, and the rear flexible hose ferrules.
Pass165,290 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 165,290 miles
- Test number
- 366287114460
- NoteSome damage to N/S/F inner cv boot.
- NoteWear in front anti roll bar "D" bushes and links.
Fail165,290 miles (+10,463)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,290 miles
- Test number
- 245046714212
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteFront pads are low.
Pass154,827 miles12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 154,827 miles
- Test number
- 206546493470
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail154,827 miles (+6,915)1 failure12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,827 miles
- Test number
- 166826593156
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass147,912 miles (+8,603)8 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 147,912 miles
- Test number
- 965549392167
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteHand brake rods corroded
Pass139,309 miles (+8,849)6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 139,309 miles
- Test number
- 646124211267
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteRear brake discs corroded
Pass130,460 miles (+8,575)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 130,460 miles
- Test number
- 350516010401
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass121,885 miles (+10,872)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 121,885 miles
- Test number
- 361725319414
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,013 miles (+58)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 111,013 miles
- Test number
- 614175928216
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront number plate deteroirating.
- NoteN/s/f outer brake disc face getting worn.
- NoteN/s/f tyre close to tread bars.
Fail110,955 miles (+10,290)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,955 miles
- Test number
- 404461228230
- FailureNearside Rear Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront number plate deteroirating.
- NoteN/s/f outer brake disc face getting worn.
- NoteN/s/f tyre close to tread bars.
Pass100,665 miles (+6,262)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 100,665 miles
- Test number
- 483895227291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,403 miles (+7,420)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 94,403 miles
- Test number
- 830221866284
- NoteFront pads about 3m/m discs have some wear and also some judder
Pass86,983 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2006
- Odometer
- 86,983 miles
- Test number
- 314631055275
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,983 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,983 miles
- Test number
- 952471155243
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Questions about S47 XAT
- Does S47 XAT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S47 XAT is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S47 XAT?
- The MOT on S47 XAT is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S47 XAT done?
- S47 XAT was recorded at 186,216 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 4,848 miles a year.
- Has S47 XAT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S47 XAT has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on S47 XAT 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 S47 XAT find?
- S47 XAT passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.
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