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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S51 RYBMOT history

S51 RYB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 254,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

S51 RYB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
254,015 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S51 RYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S51 RYB was last recorded at 254,015 miles on 9 May 2026, 592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Sept 2011: 212,330 miles, lower than 232,300 miles on 26 Aug 2011.

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
253,423 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
592 miles
Average per year
3,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 254,015 miles
  • 2025 – 253,423 miles
  • 2023 – 252,472 miles
  • 2022 – 251,927 miles
  • 2021 – 251,013 miles
  • 2020 – 249,226 miles
  • 2019 – 247,968 miles
  • 2018 – 246,303 miles
  • 2017 – 244,821 miles
  • 2016 – 243,828 miles
  • 2015 – 242,590 miles
  • 2014 – 239,835 miles
  • 2013 – 237,578 miles
  • 2012 – 236,038 miles
  • 2011 – 212,330 miles
  • 2010 – 224,660 miles
  • 2009 – 217,523 miles
  • 2008 – 210,946 miles
  • 2007 – 202,416 miles
  • 2006 – 192,108 miles
  • 2005 – 182,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,015 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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 Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass254,015 miles (+592)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    254,015 miles
    Test number
    223424087433
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass253,423 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    253,423 miles
    Test number
    152830511879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail253,419 miles (+947)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,419 miles
    Test number
    942637261824
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire engine area (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass252,472 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    252,472 miles
    Test number
    635538941956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail252,470 miles (+543)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,470 miles
    Test number
    585948596973
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass251,927 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    251,927 miles
    Test number
    160785434040
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Fail251,927 miles (+914)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,927 miles
    Test number
    193091167739
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass251,013 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    251,013 miles
    Test number
    912537404898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass249,226 miles (+1,258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    249,226 miles
    Test number
    747495463234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hand brake cable starting to fray

  10. Pass247,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    247,968 miles
    Test number
    762796001022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail247,968 miles (+1,665)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,968 miles
    Test number
    168917463054
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached drop link (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass246,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    246,303 miles
    Test number
    755271885716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail246,303 miles (+1,482)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,303 miles
    Test number
    969537284036
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass244,821 miles (+993)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    244,821 miles
    Test number
    488059843481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre nealy bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass243,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    243,828 miles
    Test number
    268918458957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail243,828 miles (+1,238)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,828 miles
    Test number
    586503261644
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre bald on inner tread 235/35x19 (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass242,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    242,590 miles
    Test number
    688988809419
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail242,590 miles (+2,755)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,590 miles
    Test number
    294638211378
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass239,835 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    239,835 miles
    Test number
    485755854247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight leak on power steering pump

  20. Fail239,835 miles (+2,257)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,835 miles
    Test number
    217423054259
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteSlight leak on power steering pump

  21. Pass237,578 miles (+1,540)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    237,578 miles
    Test number
    225831243259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn & rear discs are corroded
    • NoteSlight leak on power steering

  22. Pass236,038 miles (+4)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    236,038 miles
    Test number
    416786792224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsf door lock faulty
    • NoteOil leak from engine area

  23. Fail236,034 miles (+23,704)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,034 miles
    Test number
    279285582228
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsf door lock faulty
    • NoteOil leak from engine area

  24. Pass212,330 miles (-19,970)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    212,330 miles
    Test number
    807479741281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail232,300 miles (+7,640)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,300 miles
    Test number
    365008531230
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass224,660 miles (+7,137)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    224,660 miles
    Test number
    604643040225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass217,523 miles (+6,577)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    217,523 miles
    Test number
    321970649432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass210,946 miles (+8,530)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    210,946 miles
    Test number
    103383858269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass202,416 miles (+10,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    202,416 miles
    Test number
    693263657218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass192,108 miles (+9,227)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    192,108 miles
    Test number
    751671656222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass182,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    182,881 miles
    Test number
    481000155220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S51 RYB

Does S51 RYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S51 RYB is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S51 RYB?
The MOT on S51 RYB is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S51 RYB done?
S51 RYB was recorded at 254,015 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 3,442 miles a year.
Has S51 RYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S51 RYB has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S51 RYB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S51 RYB find?
S51 RYB passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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