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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S54 RAVMOT history

S54 RAV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2022.

S54 RAV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
146,822 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 RAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 RAV was last recorded at 146,822 miles on 10 Dec 2022, 7,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,553 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,269 miles
Average per year
3,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,822 miles
  • 2021 – 139,553 miles
  • 2020 – 130,570 miles
  • 2018 – 122,010 miles
  • 2017 – 119,789 miles
  • 2016 – 118,675 miles
  • 2015 – 117,170 miles
  • 2014 – 115,629 miles
  • 2010 – 114,721 miles
  • 2009 – 111,396 miles
  • 2007 – 105,927 miles
  • 2006 – 100,120 miles
  • 2005 – 94,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,822 miles
  • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,822 miles (+7,269)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,822 miles
    Test number
    236623792921
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,553 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,553 miles
    Test number
    157364758736
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills weak
    • AdvisoryNearside under sill holed/corroded

  3. Fail139,553 miles (+8,983)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,553 miles
    Test number
    541768896899
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills weak
    • AdvisoryNearside under sill holed/corroded

  4. Pass130,570 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,570 miles
    Test number
    927448054984
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,569 miles (+8,559)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,569 miles
    Test number
    979258845285
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,010 miles (+2,221)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,010 miles
    Test number
    576467858024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Not affecting drivers view of the road (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass119,789 miles (+1,114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,789 miles
    Test number
    261199882361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brakes holding on slightly

  8. Pass118,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,675 miles
    Test number
    420707004820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly perished/cracked

  9. Fail118,675 miles (+1,505)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,675 miles
    Test number
    801102210492
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly perished/cracked

  10. Pass117,170 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,170 miles
    Test number
    165135965036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,629 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,629 miles
    Test number
    256395004497
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBattery loose
    • NoteBrake anti slip

  12. Fail115,629 miles (+908)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,629 miles
    Test number
    607545304116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBattery loose
    • NoteBrake anti slip

  13. Pass114,721 miles (+3,325)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,721 miles
    Test number
    992002730167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePick up body corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  14. Pass111,396 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    111,396 miles
    Test number
    221619429011
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteN/s inner c.v. gaiter split.
    • NoteO/s front indicator lens slightly deteriorated.

  15. Fail111,396 miles (+5,469)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,396 miles
    Test number
    171877329452
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteN/s inner c.v. gaiter split.
    • NoteO/s front indicator lens slightly deteriorated.

  16. Pass105,927 miles (+6)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    105,927 miles
    Test number
    653312687290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear service brake readings slightly low.
    • NotePark brake lever release button slightly sticky in operation.

  17. Fail105,921 miles (+5,801)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,921 miles
    Test number
    442497477259
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear service brake readings slightly low.
    • NotePark brake lever release button slightly sticky in operation.

  18. Pass100,120 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    413079546285
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail100,115 miles (+5,196)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,115 miles
    Test number
    681861746287
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass94,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    94,919 miles
    Test number
    114425235218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S54 RAV

Does S54 RAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 RAV expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 RAV?
The MOT on S54 RAV expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 RAV done?
S54 RAV was recorded at 146,822 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2022, an average of 3,001 miles a year.
Has S54 RAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 RAV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S54 RAV 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 RAV find?
S54 RAV passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect: windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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