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Volkswagen Transporter

Green and Black · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S5 LDRMOT history

S5 LDR is a green and black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 193,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

S5 LDR green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
193,167 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 LDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 LDR was last recorded at 193,167 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 4,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,207 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,960 miles
Average per year
5,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,167 miles
  • 2025 – 188,207 miles
  • 2024 – 180,489 miles
  • 2023 – 175,464 miles
  • 2019 – 174,486 miles
  • 2018 – 173,685 miles
  • 2017 – 172,516 miles
  • 2016 – 171,427 miles
  • 2015 – 168,245 miles
  • 2014 – 166,639 miles
  • 2013 – 163,384 miles
  • 2012 – 158,094 miles
  • 2011 – 150,974 miles
  • 2010 – 142,534 miles
  • 2009 – 131,549 miles
  • 2008 – 122,310 miles
  • 2007 – 112,218 miles
  • 2006 – 100,135 miles
  • 2005 – 85,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,167 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,167 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    193,167 miles
    Test number
    886516917434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass188,207 miles (+7,718)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    188,207 miles
    Test number
    165998468983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass180,489 miles (+5,025)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    180,489 miles
    Test number
    473027342457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,464 miles (+978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    175,464 miles
    Test number
    861405018197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

  5. Pass174,486 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,486 miles
    Test number
    708849467140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass173,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    173,685 miles
    Test number
    393914140198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail173,685 miles (+1,169)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,685 miles
    Test number
    733295303050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,516 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    172,516 miles
    Test number
    721394317443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass171,427 miles (+3,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,427 miles
    Test number
    962463088817
    • Advisory2 x holes in nearside inner sill not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath and discs slightly pitted

  10. Pass168,245 miles (+1,606)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    168,245 miles
    Test number
    769314885041
    • NoteN/s/f lower shock bush
    • NoteO/s/f disc corrosion
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable

  11. Pass166,639 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    166,639 miles
    Test number
    659244324146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail166,639 miles (+3,255)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,639 miles
    Test number
    817254024180
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass163,384 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    163,384 miles
    Test number
    549879323112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail163,331 miles (+5,237)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,331 miles
    Test number
    455432623105
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass158,094 miles (+741)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    158,094 miles
    Test number
    667513562142
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail157,353 miles (+6,379)9 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,353 miles
    Test number
    758100452172
    • FailureAdditional braking device component damaged (3.6.I.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine undersheild insecure

  17. Pass150,974 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    150,974 miles
    Test number
    879886061182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,915 miles (+8,381)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,915 miles
    Test number
    548840561162
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass142,534 miles (+10,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    142,534 miles
    Test number
    404450760167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass131,549 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    131,549 miles
    Test number
    384480869130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,310 miles (+10,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,310 miles
    Test number
    983933568145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass112,218 miles (+12,083)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    112,218 miles
    Test number
    222340167159
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass100,135 miles (+15,068)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    100,135 miles
    Test number
    760715966140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,067 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,067 miles
    Test number
    602892985179
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play steering rack inner joint nsf

  25. Pass85,067 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    85,067 miles
    Test number
    730852085194
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play steering rack inner joint nsf

Questions about S5 LDR

Does S5 LDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 LDR is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 LDR?
The MOT on S5 LDR is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 LDR done?
S5 LDR was recorded at 193,167 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 5,152 miles a year.
Has S5 LDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 LDR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on S5 LDR 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 S5 LDR find?
S5 LDR passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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