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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S54 KTFMOT history

S54 KTF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 233,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

S54 KTF grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2026
Mileage
233,154 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 KTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 KTF was last recorded at 233,154 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 1,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,550 miles · 22 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,604 miles
Average per year
5,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 233,154 miles
  • 2024 – 231,550 miles
  • 2023 – 229,531 miles
  • 2022 – 227,796 miles
  • 2020 – 224,123 miles
  • 2019 – 222,647 miles
  • 2018 – 217,737 miles
  • 2017 – 215,016 miles
  • 2016 – 212,888 miles
  • 2015 – 209,711 miles
  • 2014 – 205,607 miles
  • 2013 – 202,560 miles
  • 2012 – 197,173 miles
  • 2011 – 193,122 miles
  • 2009 – 180,044 miles
  • 2008 – 170,153 miles
  • 2007 – 142,723 miles
  • 2005 – 118,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,154 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUNDER BODY 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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,154 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    233,154 miles
    Test number
    869674284679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORRODED

  2. Fail233,154 miles (+1,604)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,154 miles
    Test number
    461580623360
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORRODED

  3. Pass231,550 miles (+2,019)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    231,550 miles
    Test number
    929474882926
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass229,531 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    229,531 miles
    Test number
    470095324352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass227,796 miles (+3,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    227,796 miles
    Test number
    875164136777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake slight brake imbalance

  6. Pass224,123 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    224,123 miles
    Test number
    636516384392
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail224,120 miles (+1,473)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,120 miles
    Test number
    117577119223
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle N/s grabbing (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass222,647 miles (+4,910)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    222,647 miles
    Test number
    799530196508
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass217,737 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    217,737 miles
    Test number
    669391268662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail217,737 miles (+2,721)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,737 miles
    Test number
    358994653413
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe union leaking on pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass215,016 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    215,016 miles
    Test number
    327632683903
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail215,014 miles (+2,126)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,014 miles
    Test number
    302775923143
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass212,888 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    212,888 miles
    Test number
    477326606234
    • AdvisoryAll tyre fitted are car tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mount front broken,exhaust loose but still suported

  14. Fail212,887 miles (+3,176)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,887 miles
    Test number
    532256456415
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged spilt (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre fitted are car tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mount front broken,exhaust loose but still suported
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass209,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    209,711 miles
    Test number
    291745555382
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail209,711 miles (+4,104)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,711 miles
    Test number
    503420272537
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass205,607 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    205,607 miles
    Test number
    935241884286
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteClutch worn
    • NoteCorrossion out side prescribed areas

  18. Fail205,606 miles (+3,046)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,606 miles
    Test number
    658736374270
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteClutch worn
    • NoteCorrossion out side prescribed areas

  19. Pass202,560 miles (+5,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    202,560 miles
    Test number
    967623573299
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  20. Pass197,173 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    197,173 miles
    Test number
    739652482288
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail197,172 miles (+4,050)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,172 miles
    Test number
    239388572294
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass193,122 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    193,122 miles
    Test number
    796700681244
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Fail193,119 miles (+13,075)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,119 miles
    Test number
    879899171214
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass180,044 miles (+9,891)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    180,044 miles
    Test number
    562352089297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass170,153 miles (+8,736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    170,153 miles
    Test number
    564610398228
    • NoteSlight end float steering rack

  26. Pass161,417 miles (+18,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    161,417 miles
    Test number
    291549058014
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to distort

  27. Pass142,723 miles (+24,400)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    142,723 miles
    Test number
    352726187081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass118,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    118,323 miles
    Test number
    212324685263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 KTF

Does S54 KTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 KTF expired on 10 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 KTF?
The MOT on S54 KTF expired on 10 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 KTF done?
S54 KTF was recorded at 233,154 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 5,815 miles a year.
Has S54 KTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 KTF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S54 KTF 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 S54 KTF find?
S54 KTF passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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