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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

S6 RFDMOT history

S6 RFD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 166,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

S6 RFD blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
166,069 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 RFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S6 RFD was last recorded at 166,069 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 2,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,883 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,186 miles
Average per year
7,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,069 miles
  • 2025 – 163,883 miles
  • 2024 – 160,848 miles
  • 2023 – 156,218 miles
  • 2022 – 150,935 miles
  • 2021 – 141,991 miles
  • 2020 – 134,345 miles
  • 2019 – 126,209 miles
  • 2018 – 118,425 miles
  • 2017 – 114,089 miles
  • 2016 – 110,424 miles
  • 2015 – 105,707 miles
  • 2014 – 98,640 miles
  • 2013 – 90,954 miles
  • 2012 – 87,016 miles
  • 2011 – 71,737 miles
  • 2010 – 55,151 miles
  • 2009 – 42,944 miles
  • 2008 – 25,899 miles
  • 2007 – 24,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,069 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded x2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,069 miles (+2,186)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,069 miles
    Test number
    199637999169
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded x2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass163,883 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,883 miles
    Test number
    136022112776
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Fail163,882 miles (+3,034)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,882 miles
    Test number
    203895096633
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass160,848 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    160,848 miles
    Test number
    463689615901
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail160,848 miles (+4,630)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,848 miles
    Test number
    303267915435
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,218 miles (+5,283)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,218 miles
    Test number
    639129407810
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass150,935 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,935 miles
    Test number
    460647513400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail150,931 miles (+8,940)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,931 miles
    Test number
    384380490977
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass141,991 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,991 miles
    Test number
    821202116504
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail141,990 miles (+7,645)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,990 miles
    Test number
    962300551465
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass134,345 miles (+8,136)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,345 miles
    Test number
    511156615153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,209 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,209 miles
    Test number
    106375318417
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail126,209 miles (+7,784)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,209 miles
    Test number
    295618113983
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass118,425 miles (+4,336)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    118,425 miles
    Test number
    169330078476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass114,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    576938303945
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail114,089 miles (+3,665)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    110232514483
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass110,424 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,424 miles
    Test number
    654175648327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass105,707 miles (+7,067)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,707 miles
    Test number
    205032185417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,640 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    236244784417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,954 miles
    Test number
    316515183120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,954 miles (+3,938)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,954 miles
    Test number
    369855383170
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass87,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,016 miles
    Test number
    367090982141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,016 miles (+15,279)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,016 miles
    Test number
    618130982105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass71,737 miles (+16,586)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,737 miles
    Test number
    936768531118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,151 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,151 miles
    Test number
    704729920161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,114 miles (+12,170)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    714000620143
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass42,944 miles (+17,045)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    681741139156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,899 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,899 miles
    Test number
    233467448405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,456 miles
    Test number
    334643927285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail24,456 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,456 miles
    Test number
    234483727208
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about S6 RFD

Does S6 RFD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S6 RFD expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S6 RFD?
The MOT on S6 RFD expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S6 RFD done?
S6 RFD was recorded at 166,069 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 7,408 miles a year.
Has S6 RFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 RFD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 RFD 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 S6 RFD find?
S6 RFD failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2; offside front power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded x2; offside rear position lamp not working, and 7 more.

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