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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Purple · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S49 RAVMOT history

S49 RAV is a white and purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 192,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

S49 RAV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
192,713 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 RAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S49 RAV was last recorded at 192,713 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2018: 174,104 miles, lower than 235,398 miles on 30 Mar 2017.

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
191,905 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
808 miles
Average per year
3,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,713 miles
  • 2025 – 191,905 miles
  • 2024 – 191,352 miles
  • 2023 – 187,114 miles
  • 2022 – 183,884 miles
  • 2021 – 181,238 miles
  • 2020 – 180,729 miles
  • 2019 – 178,054 miles
  • 2018 – 174,104 miles
  • 2017 – 235,398 miles
  • 2015 – 227,799 miles
  • 2014 – 170,578 miles
  • 2013 – 167,908 miles
  • 2012 – 161,630 miles
  • 2011 – 158,067 miles
  • 2010 – 152,763 miles
  • 2009 – 145,174 miles
  • 2008 – 135,841 miles
  • 2007 – 126,954 miles
  • 2006 – 121,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,713 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear x member corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,713 miles (+808)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    192,713 miles
    Test number
    246226976633
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear x member corroded

  2. Pass191,905 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    191,905 miles
    Test number
    600415214922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail191,905 miles (+553)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,905 miles
    Test number
    802732551757
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass191,352 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    191,352 miles
    Test number
    932524148725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail191,343 miles (+4,229)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,343 miles
    Test number
    250137579687
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm front mount (inner sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass187,114 miles (+3,230)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    187,114 miles
    Test number
    545452150773
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass183,884 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    183,884 miles
    Test number
    754436299241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass181,238 miles (+509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    181,238 miles
    Test number
    690737255811
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,729 miles (+2,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    180,729 miles
    Test number
    608846501062
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass178,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    178,054 miles
    Test number
    974724534656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail178,054 miles (+3,950)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,054 miles
    Test number
    267754774144
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass174,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    174,104 miles
    Test number
    991254873435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail174,104 miles (-61,294)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,104 miles
    Test number
    517302610256
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass235,398 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    235,398 miles
    Test number
    487490365141
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail235,398 miles (+7,599)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,398 miles
    Test number
    613244686509
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass227,799 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    227,799 miles
    Test number
    824996939735
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack has slight play in inner joints
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail227,799 miles (+57,221)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,799 miles
    Test number
    221608813366
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack has slight play in inner joints
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass170,578 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    170,578 miles
    Test number
    199908464208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass167,908 miles (+6,278)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    167,908 miles
    Test number
    717757873220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNandbrake cable is corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake pads are thin and will soon need repacing
    • NoteOffside front brake flexi pipe is perished
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc and pads are in poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear brake is slightly binding
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe is corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass161,630 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    161,630 miles
    Test number
    728114382240
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pads have uneven wear

  21. Fail161,630 miles (+3,563)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,630 miles
    Test number
    465777672236
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pads have uneven wear

  22. Pass158,067 miles (+5,304)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    158,067 miles
    Test number
    477847881222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass152,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    152,763 miles
    Test number
    274508680257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail152,763 miles (+7,589)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,763 miles
    Test number
    964027280200
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  25. Pass145,174 miles (+9,333)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    145,174 miles
    Test number
    262752589037
    • NoteSlight play in both inner tie rods (steering rack)

  26. Pass135,841 miles (+8,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    135,841 miles
    Test number
    842145688024
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass126,954 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    126,954 miles
    Test number
    402139587030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail126,945 miles (+5,569)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,945 miles
    Test number
    560077787027
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass121,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    121,376 miles
    Test number
    102036536237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S49 RAV

Does S49 RAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S49 RAV is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S49 RAV?
The MOT on S49 RAV is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S49 RAV done?
S49 RAV was recorded at 192,713 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 3,591 miles a year.
Has S49 RAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 RAV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S49 RAV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S49 RAV find?
S49 RAV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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