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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S716 SVMMOT history

S716 SVM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

S716 SVM white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
177,982 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S716 SVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S716 SVM was last recorded at 177,982 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,972 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,982 miles
  • 2024 – 177,503 miles
  • 2023 – 177,024 miles
  • 2022 – 174,065 miles
  • 2021 – 164,533 miles
  • 2020 – 161,870 miles
  • 2019 – 159,495 miles
  • 2018 – 158,624 miles
  • 2017 – 157,057 miles
  • 2016 – 153,049 miles
  • 2015 – 150,641 miles
  • 2014 – 148,102 miles
  • 2013 – 143,235 miles
  • 2012 – 139,806 miles
  • 2011 – 134,159 miles
  • 2010 – 125,867 miles
  • 2009 – 119,799 miles
  • 2008 – 119,799 miles
  • 2007 – 106,326 miles
  • 2006 – 96,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,982 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated before trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Centre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,982 miles (+10)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    177,982 miles
    Test number
    584007454823
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail177,972 miles (+469)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,972 miles
    Test number
    803478423706
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass177,503 miles (+479)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    177,503 miles
    Test number
    657662371582
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass177,024 miles (+2,959)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    177,024 miles
    Test number
    767481456848
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass174,065 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    174,065 miles
    Test number
    409540083665
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated before trailing arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail173,995 miles (+9,462)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,995 miles
    Test number
    961540722107
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated before trailing arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass164,533 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    164,533 miles
    Test number
    426242346755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass161,870 miles (+2,375)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    161,870 miles
    Test number
    459404628965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass159,495 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,495 miles
    Test number
    706380858605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,624 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    158,624 miles
    Test number
    764940048178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass157,057 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    157,057 miles
    Test number
    110337730818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,049 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    153,049 miles
    Test number
    109111236411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,641 miles (+2,539)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    150,641 miles
    Test number
    916628305224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass148,102 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    148,102 miles
    Test number
    718016074114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,235 miles (+26)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    143,235 miles
    Test number
    675157373170
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear coil spring upper locating rubbers missing

  16. Fail143,209 miles (+3,403)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,209 miles
    Test number
    248613773115
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear coil spring upper locating rubbers missing

  17. Pass139,806 miles (+18)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,806 miles
    Test number
    606231302254
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in osf and nsf track arms

  18. Fail139,788 miles (+5,629)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,788 miles
    Test number
    877709992101
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in osf and nsf track arms

  19. Pass134,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    134,159 miles
    Test number
    797577701019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail134,159 miles (+8,292)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,159 miles
    Test number
    878356901027
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass125,867 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    414688220070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail125,865 miles (+6,066)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,865 miles
    Test number
    583797320086
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass119,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    119,799 miles
    Test number
    684426909002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,799 miles (+5,948)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,799 miles
    Test number
    533563458321
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass113,851 miles (+7,525)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    113,851 miles
    Test number
    623382408088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass106,326 miles (+9,421)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,326 miles
    Test number
    833022907093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    96,905 miles
    Test number
    820053706063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S716 SVM

Does S716 SVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S716 SVM expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S716 SVM?
The MOT on S716 SVM expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S716 SVM done?
S716 SVM was recorded at 177,982 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 4,119 miles a year.
Has S716 SVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S716 SVM has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S716 SVM 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 S716 SVM find?
S716 SVM passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen; offside rear direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp; offside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill, and 5 more.

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