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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

S61 NRBMOT history

S61 NRB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 217,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

S61 NRB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
217,609 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 NRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 NRB was last recorded at 217,609 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 3,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Aug 2021: 202,527 miles, lower than 202,572 miles on 22 Jul 2021.

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
214,188 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,421 miles
Average per year
3,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,609 miles
  • 2025 – 214,188 miles
  • 2024 – 210,246 miles
  • 2023 – 206,748 miles
  • 2022 – 204,225 miles
  • 2021 – 202,527 miles
  • 2020 – 200,860 miles
  • 2019 – 195,865 miles
  • 2018 – 190,401 miles
  • 2017 – 186,478 miles
  • 2016 – 181,830 miles
  • 2015 – 177,810 miles
  • 2014 – 174,552 miles
  • 2013 – 171,605 miles
  • 2012 – 167,889 miles
  • 2011 – 163,819 miles
  • 2010 – 162,474 miles
  • 2009 – 160,507 miles
  • 2008 – 156,972 miles
  • 2007 – 147,397 miles
  • 2006 – 141,110 miles
  • 2005 – 132,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

36 tests since 29 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,609 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    217,609 miles
    Test number
    980252251853
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail217,609 miles (+3,421)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,609 miles
    Test number
    886430590342
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing sharo edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass214,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    214,188 miles
    Test number
    297210875603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail214,188 miles (+3,942)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,188 miles
    Test number
    891170797245
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass210,246 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    210,246 miles
    Test number
    948103988277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail210,246 miles (+3,498)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,246 miles
    Test number
    297212484340
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass206,748 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    206,748 miles
    Test number
    217118928993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail206,736 miles (+2,511)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,736 miles
    Test number
    915654514150
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass204,225 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    204,225 miles
    Test number
    348360047362
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Central led bulbs not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail204,224 miles (+1,697)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,224 miles
    Test number
    187845570690
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Central led bulbs not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass202,527 miles (-45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    202,527 miles
    Test number
    921533619940
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity poor

  12. Fail202,572 miles (+1,712)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,572 miles
    Test number
    103388699610
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end section in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner and outer sill in poor condition due to corrosion

  13. Pass200,860 miles (+4,995)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    200,860 miles
    Test number
    392494796131
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass195,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    195,865 miles
    Test number
    788749542855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail195,864 miles (+5,463)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,864 miles
    Test number
    886410954362
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass190,401 miles (+3,923)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    190,401 miles
    Test number
    722054083133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass186,478 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    186,478 miles
    Test number
    195935774965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner sidewall very slight bulge

  18. Fail186,475 miles (+4,645)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,475 miles
    Test number
    885992239126
    • FailureOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass181,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    181,830 miles
    Test number
    424861503076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail181,830 miles (+4,020)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,830 miles
    Test number
    126609100344
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass177,810 miles (+3,258)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    177,810 miles
    Test number
    405060015203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/f suspension bump stop between chassis and suspension arm missing

  22. Fail174,552 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,552 miles
    Test number
    558282614272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall slight damaged

  23. Pass174,552 miles (+2,947)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    174,552 miles
    Test number
    646322714212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall slight damaged

  24. Pass171,605 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    171,605 miles
    Test number
    186434403274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass167,889 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    167,889 miles
    Test number
    746015912278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail167,887 miles (+4,068)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,887 miles
    Test number
    495004612250
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass163,819 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    163,819 miles
    Test number
    687863511287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass162,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    162,474 miles
    Test number
    684948800261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail162,474 miles (+1,967)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,474 miles
    Test number
    252338100271
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass160,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    160,507 miles
    Test number
    273749809207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail160,507 miles (+3,535)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,507 miles
    Test number
    901819209212
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass156,972 miles (+9,575)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    156,972 miles
    Test number
    754772318206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass147,397 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    147,397 miles
    Test number
    160379917232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail147,393 miles (+6,283)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,393 miles
    Test number
    592612117231
    • DangerousNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteAll brake disc's slightly pitted
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre within requirements
    • NoteIntermittant squeal from power steering drivebelt on full steering locks
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front and offside front steering
    • NoteSlight power steering leak from reservoir area
    • NoteSlight surface cracking in offside rear tyre tread area

  35. Pass141,110 miles (+8,258)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    141,110 miles
    Test number
    462377276189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass132,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    132,852 miles
    Test number
    261270885184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S61 NRB

Does S61 NRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 NRB is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 NRB?
The MOT on S61 NRB is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 NRB done?
S61 NRB was recorded at 217,609 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,996 miles a year.
Has S61 NRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 NRB has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S61 NRB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S61 NRB find?
S61 NRB passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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