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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S716 EVVMOT history

S716 EVV is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 181,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

S716 EVV yellow Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
181,482 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S716 EVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S716 EVV was last recorded at 181,482 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2022: 123 miles, lower than 168,687 miles on 13 Mar 2021.
  • 26 Apr 2023: 168,700 miles, lower than 310,030 miles on 23 Apr 2022.

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
181,466 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,482 miles
  • 2025 – 181,188 miles
  • 2024 – 180,145 miles
  • 2023 – 168,700 miles
  • 2022 – 310,030 miles
  • 2021 – 168,687 miles
  • 2019 – 167,825 miles
  • 2018 – 166,434 miles
  • 2017 – 164,258 miles
  • 2016 – 162,050 miles
  • 2015 – 160,007 miles
  • 2014 – 156,938 miles
  • 2013 – 153,143 miles
  • 2012 – 150,812 miles
  • 2011 – 147,251 miles
  • 2009 – 139,278 miles
  • 2008 – 129,145 miles
  • 2007 – 120,455 miles
  • 2006 – 110,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,482 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,482 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    181,482 miles
    Test number
    113122894177
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail181,466 miles (+278)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,466 miles
    Test number
    352419093769
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass181,188 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    181,188 miles
    Test number
    568303955675
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail181,188 miles (+1,043)1 repaired4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,188 miles
    Test number
    375833660371
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass180,145 miles (+11,445)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    180,145 miles
    Test number
    533216957009
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass168,700 miles (-141,330)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    168,700 miles
    Test number
    908685434065
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass310,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    310,030 miles
    Test number
    344466172074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123 miles (-168,564)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123 miles
    Test number
    542249868822
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  9. Pass168,687 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    168,687 miles
    Test number
    683691131042
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroided

  10. Fail168,687 miles1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,687 miles
    Test number
    924698840387
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroided

  11. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    349019897613
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine deisel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass167,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    167,825 miles
    Test number
    369978115229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail167,825 miles (+1,391)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,825 miles
    Test number
    654841629810
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass166,434 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    166,434 miles
    Test number
    360426732508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass164,258 miles (+2,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,258 miles
    Test number
    804330817246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side/walls badly perished

  16. Pass162,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    162,050 miles
    Test number
    601522833053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  17. Fail162,050 miles (+2,043)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,050 miles
    Test number
    114787498865
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  18. Pass160,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    160,007 miles
    Test number
    195821795061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail160,007 miles (+3,069)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,007 miles
    Test number
    715621195063
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass156,938 miles (+3,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    156,938 miles
    Test number
    617814764064
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass153,143 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    153,143 miles
    Test number
    727199153039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail153,108 miles (+2,296)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,108 miles
    Test number
    238031053070
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass150,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    150,812 miles
    Test number
    115481162034
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Fail150,812 miles (+3,561)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,812 miles
    Test number
    777230162052
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureLower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass147,251 miles (+7,973)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    147,251 miles
    Test number
    285287461034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s steering rack

  26. Pass139,278 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    139,278 miles
    Test number
    854749259223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail139,127 miles (+9,982)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,127 miles
    Test number
    194200259233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass129,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    129,145 miles
    Test number
    130056548222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail129,145 miles (+8,690)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,145 miles
    Test number
    530486048219
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  30. Pass120,455 miles (+10,235)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    120,455 miles
    Test number
    274299647217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass110,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    110,220 miles
    Test number
    164738856413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S716 EVV

Does S716 EVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S716 EVV is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S716 EVV?
The MOT on S716 EVV is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S716 EVV done?
S716 EVV was recorded at 181,482 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,458 miles a year.
Has S716 EVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S716 EVV has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S716 EVV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 23 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S716 EVV find?
S716 EVV passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides; nearside inner track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod, and 4 more.

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