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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S54 RYBMOT history

S54 RYB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 179,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S54 RYB grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
179,894 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 RYB
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 RYB was last recorded at 179,894 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,844 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
6,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,894 miles
  • 2025 – 179,844 miles
  • 2024 – 178,004 miles
  • 2023 – 167,978 miles
  • 2021 – 167,924 miles
  • 2018 – 162,449 miles
  • 2017 – 157,020 miles
  • 2016 – 152,065 miles
  • 2015 – 144,447 miles
  • 2014 – 135,148 miles
  • 2013 – 123,485 miles
  • 2012 – 119,790 miles
  • 2011 – 117,754 miles
  • 2010 – 110,296 miles
  • 2009 – 107,296 miles
  • 2008 – 102,329 miles
  • 2007 – 85,560 miles
  • 2006 – 68,147 miles
  • 2005 – 49,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,894 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,894 miles (+50)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    179,894 miles
    Test number
    253315080177
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail179,844 miles (+1,840)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,844 miles
    Test number
    955188408329
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected x2 (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNs/os outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded
  3. Pass178,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    178,004 miles
    Test number
    261949372966
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail178,002 miles (+10,024)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,002 miles
    Test number
    461909602188
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass167,978 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    167,978 miles
    Test number
    807798555459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,974 miles (+50)12 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,974 miles
    Test number
    759482517051
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both Inner Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill around step Corroded and Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail167,924 miles (+5,475)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,924 miles
    Test number
    542290264356
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass162,449 miles (+5,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    162,449 miles
    Test number
    948637277858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass157,020 miles (+4,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    157,020 miles
    Test number
    530383957632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass152,065 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    152,065 miles
    Test number
    595177638270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside of steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside
    • AdvisoryOffside of steering rack has slight play
  11. Fail152,065 miles (+7,618)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,065 miles
    Test number
    199026364659
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting floor (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill at rear (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside of steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside
    • AdvisoryOffside of steering rack has slight play
  12. Pass144,447 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,447 miles
    Test number
    752743915348
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack nearside and offside
  13. Fail144,447 miles (+9,299)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,447 miles
    Test number
    289802152595
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack nearside and offside
  14. Pass135,148 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    135,148 miles
    Test number
    486923974202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack end has slight play
    • NoteOffside front steering rack end has slight play
  15. Fail135,148 miles (+11,663)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,148 miles
    Test number
    458502174204
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack end has slight play
    • NoteOffside front steering rack end has slight play
  16. Pass123,485 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    123,485 miles
    Test number
    656273663211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
  17. Fail123,485 miles (+3,695)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,485 miles
    Test number
    808663063273
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
  18. Pass119,790 miles (+2,036)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    119,790 miles
    Test number
    807649562234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  19. Pass117,754 miles (+7,458)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    117,754 miles
    Test number
    627499471287
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVarious slight exhaust blows
  20. Pass110,296 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    501511350221
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake hoses perished
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded
  21. Fail110,296 miles (+3,000)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    501601350212
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake hoses perished
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded
  22. Pass107,296 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    107,296 miles
    Test number
    573839259247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside door step corroded
  23. Fail107,296 miles (+4,967)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,296 miles
    Test number
    804999359253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside door step corroded
  24. Pass102,329 miles (+16,769)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    102,329 miles
    Test number
    933479468201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOffside drop link play
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
  25. Pass85,560 miles (+17,413)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    85,560 miles
    Test number
    381492187218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,147 miles (+18,563)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    232137796204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,584 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    532767375230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S54 RYB

Does S54 RYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 RYB is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 RYB?
The MOT on S54 RYB is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 RYB done?
S54 RYB was recorded at 179,894 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,277 miles a year.
Has S54 RYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 RYB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S54 RYB 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 RYB find?
S54 RYB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm, and 4 more.

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