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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,460 cc

S49 AECMOT history

S49 AEC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 190,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

S49 AEC grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2025
Mileage
190,096 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 AEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S49 AEC was last recorded at 190,096 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 6,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2013: 157,252 miles, lower than 167,226 miles on 26 Mar 2013.
  • 6 Oct 2022: 177,347 miles, lower than 177,366 miles on 28 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
183,537 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6,559 miles
Average per year
4,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,096 miles
  • 2023 – 183,537 miles
  • 2022 – 177,347 miles
  • 2021 – 176,211 miles
  • 2020 – 173,448 miles
  • 2019 – 172,576 miles
  • 2018 – 170,622 miles
  • 2017 – 167,429 miles
  • 2016 – 164,772 miles
  • 2015 – 163,076 miles
  • 2014 – 160,342 miles
  • 2013 – 157,252 miles
  • 2012 – 152,827 miles
  • 2011 – 149,630 miles
  • 2010 – 147,454 miles
  • 2009 – 137,998 miles
  • 2008 – 119,702 miles
  • 2007 – 115,084 miles
  • 2006 – 111,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,096 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,096 miles (+6,559)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    190,096 miles
    Test number
    367146550306
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass183,537 miles (+6,190)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    183,537 miles
    Test number
    402772720690
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass177,347 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    177,347 miles
    Test number
    944736818871
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area(freshly steam cleaned off) (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail177,347 miles (-19)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,347 miles
    Test number
    285912396960
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail177,366 miles (+1,155)2 dangerous10 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,366 miles
    Test number
    768781694381
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm axle 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel axle 2 (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking spill off area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted axle 1 and 2 (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge axle 1 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass176,211 miles (+2,763)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    176,211 miles
    Test number
    624394301916
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass173,448 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    173,448 miles
    Test number
    802935033292
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted rear axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted rear front axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective gearbox mounting bolt missing

  8. Fail173,448 miles (+872)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,448 miles
    Test number
    585550611363
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake clevis joint insecure load leveling sensor clevis pin missing (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play front rear axle (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play rear axle (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake clevis joint insecure load leveling sensor clevis pin missing (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play front rear axle (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play rear axle (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted rear axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted rear front axle (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective gearbox mounting bolt missing

  9. Pass172,576 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    172,576 miles
    Test number
    406783232232
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail172,574 miles (+1,952)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,574 miles
    Test number
    743685195671
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass170,622 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    170,622 miles
    Test number
    811994221562
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  12. Fail170,611 miles (+3,182)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,611 miles
    Test number
    269325920983
    • DangerousPark brake effort 3%
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding axle 2 (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding axle 3 (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  13. Pass167,429 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    167,429 miles
    Test number
    283862097445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail167,421 miles (+2,649)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,421 miles
    Test number
    701877512684
    • FailureBrake cable insecure axle 3 (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding axle 2 (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort axle 3 (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort axle 3 (3.7.B.6a)

  15. Pass164,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    164,772 miles
    Test number
    179307966365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail164,772 miles (+1,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,772 miles
    Test number
    884944263361
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass163,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    163,076 miles
    Test number
    937495785010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail163,076 miles (+2,734)2 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,076 miles
    Test number
    946034285007
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass160,342 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,342 miles
    Test number
    958428284039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Fail160,342 miles (+3,090)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,342 miles
    Test number
    155816784407
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  21. Pass157,252 miles (-9,974)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    157,252 miles
    Test number
    516546483099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail167,226 miles (+14,399)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,226 miles
    Test number
    928925383083
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass152,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    152,827 miles
    Test number
    127961792466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail152,827 miles (+3,197)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,827 miles
    Test number
    927250392050
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Fail149,630 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,630 miles
    Test number
    298461611125
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass149,630 miles (+2,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    149,630 miles
    Test number
    585381711184
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass147,454 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    147,454 miles
    Test number
    420029790005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass137,998 miles (+18,296)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    137,998 miles
    Test number
    170084999050
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight bind ns rear brake handbrake cable slightly insecure

  29. Pass119,702 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    930362928330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail119,693 miles (+4,609)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,693 miles
    Test number
    423300928393
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  31. Pass115,084 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    115,084 miles
    Test number
    520391017314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail115,072 miles (+3,347)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,072 miles
    Test number
    853259307301
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  33. Pass111,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    111,725 miles
    Test number
    342663416393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S49 AEC

Does S49 AEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S49 AEC expired on 25 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S49 AEC?
The MOT on S49 AEC expired on 25 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S49 AEC done?
S49 AEC was recorded at 190,096 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 4,342 miles a year.
Has S49 AEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 AEC has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S49 AEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S49 AEC find?
S49 AEC passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; oil leak, but not excessive; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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