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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S50 RBSMOT history

S50 RBS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 65,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

S50 RBS grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
65,564 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 RBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 RBS was last recorded at 65,564 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 10,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,642 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,922 miles
Average per year
1,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,564 miles
  • 2025 – 54,642 miles
  • 2024 – 50,412 miles
  • 2023 – 50,407 miles
  • 2019 – 50,400 miles
  • 2018 – 50,170 miles
  • 2017 – 49,708 miles
  • 2016 – 49,381 miles
  • 2014 – 48,731 miles
  • 2013 – 46,718 miles
  • 2012 – 46,165 miles
  • 2011 – 43,991 miles
  • 2010 – 43,094 miles
  • 2009 – 42,212 miles
  • 2008 – 40,857 miles
  • 2007 – 39,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,564 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,564 miles (+10,922)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    65,564 miles
    Test number
    229085825672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,642 miles (+4,230)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,642 miles
    Test number
    477538643818
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,412 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,412 miles
    Test number
    853087234255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,407 miles (+7)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,407 miles
    Test number
    474906004194
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Will potentially cause damage to engine. Vehicle will not rev properly, excessive smoke emitted from engine bay (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Flat, perished and cracked to cords
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass50,400 miles (+230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,400 miles
    Test number
    263081785170
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass50,170 miles (+462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,170 miles
    Test number
    185876803400
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades smeary.
    • AdvisorySpare tyre has major splits in tread.

  7. Pass49,708 miles (+327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,708 miles
    Test number
    196088521419
    • AdvisoryExhaust Joints Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass49,381 miles (+650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    215225966066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass48,731 miles (+2,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    585648134284
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing.

  10. Pass46,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    385437423441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,718 miles (+553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    736747023250
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  12. Pass46,165 miles (+2,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,165 miles
    Test number
    395468832282
    • NoteBoth front & N/S/R tyres slightly perished

  13. Pass43,991 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,991 miles
    Test number
    755327011285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,094 miles
    Test number
    444268620222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,094 miles (+882)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,094 miles
    Test number
    951898920203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass42,212 miles (+176)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,212 miles
    Test number
    323938139241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass42,036 miles (+1,179)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,036 miles
    Test number
    561461379099
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has been run flat at some time and marked the sidewalls.
    • NoteSpare wheel is extremely badly perished and would be dangerous to use

  18. Pass40,857 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,857 miles
    Test number
    304716318005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    952619607032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,835 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    111059907050
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureRear Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S50 RBS

Does S50 RBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 RBS is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 RBS?
The MOT on S50 RBS is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 RBS done?
S50 RBS was recorded at 65,564 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 1,315 miles a year.
Has S50 RBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 RBS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S50 RBS 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 S50 RBS find?
S50 RBS passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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