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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

S718 RGWMOT history

S718 RGW is a white and red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 143,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

S718 RGW white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,279 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S718 RGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S718 RGW was last recorded at 143,279 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 1,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2018: 1,896 miles, lower than 129,889 miles on 10 Jul 2017.

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
141,956 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,323 miles
Average per year
2,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,279 miles
  • 2025 – 141,956 miles
  • 2024 – 140,618 miles
  • 2023 – 139,568 miles
  • 2022 – 138,353 miles
  • 2021 – 137,118 miles
  • 2020 – 136,532 miles
  • 2019 – 134,898 miles
  • 2018 – 1,896 miles
  • 2017 – 129,889 miles
  • 2016 – 126,233 miles
  • 2015 – 124,653 miles
  • 2014 – 123,148 miles
  • 2013 – 120,419 miles
  • 2012 – 117,866 miles
  • 2011 – 111,887 miles
  • 2010 – 107,974 miles
  • 2009 – 104,326 miles
  • 2008 – 99,185 miles
  • 2007 – 89,701 miles
  • 2006 – 84,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,279 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,279 miles (+1,323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,279 miles
    Test number
    878827708542
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass141,956 miles (+1,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    141,956 miles
    Test number
    486339376944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass140,618 miles (+1,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    140,618 miles
    Test number
    906145161728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass139,568 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    139,568 miles
    Test number
    229439401383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,567 miles (+1,214)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,567 miles
    Test number
    187592952491
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,353 miles (+1,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,353 miles
    Test number
    949756285522
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass137,118 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    137,118 miles
    Test number
    995633785195
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail137,017 miles (+485)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,017 miles
    Test number
    452909914881
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass136,532 miles (+1,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    136,532 miles
    Test number
    193419101012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass134,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    134,898 miles
    Test number
    722924137832
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail134,897 miles (+133,001)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,897 miles
    Test number
    146629660035
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass1,896 miles (-127,993)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    1,896 miles
    Test number
    658074260446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,889 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,889 miles
    Test number
    779143156993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail129,877 miles (+3,644)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,877 miles
    Test number
    271453500975
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass126,233 miles (+1,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,233 miles
    Test number
    535279971882
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass124,653 miles (+1,505)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,653 miles
    Test number
    745259305233
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass123,148 miles (+2,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,148 miles
    Test number
    338232114298
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  18. Pass120,419 miles (+2,553)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,419 miles
    Test number
    249817093412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass117,866 miles (+5,979)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,866 miles
    Test number
    458206302295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass111,887 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    111,887 miles
    Test number
    957817801286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,974 miles (+3,648)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,974 miles
    Test number
    350019300478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,326 miles (+5,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,326 miles
    Test number
    804369709200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass99,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,185 miles
    Test number
    613875378149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail99,185 miles (+9,484)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,185 miles
    Test number
    664075178132
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass89,701 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    89,701 miles
    Test number
    230745787106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    84,730 miles
    Test number
    192634986143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S718 RGW

Does S718 RGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S718 RGW is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S718 RGW?
The MOT on S718 RGW is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S718 RGW done?
S718 RGW was recorded at 143,279 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 2,937 miles a year.
Has S718 RGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S718 RGW has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S718 RGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S718 RGW find?
S718 RGW passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area, and 1 more.

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