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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S723 JRWMOT history

S723 JRW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 188,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

S723 JRW white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
188,532 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S723 JRW
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
23 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S723 JRW was last recorded at 188,532 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 31,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2013: 130,832 miles, lower than 135,780 miles on 2 Nov 2011.
  • 28 Feb 2024: 246,667 miles, lower than 246,697 miles on 28 Apr 2020.
  • 10 Oct 2025: 157,022 miles, lower than 246,667 miles on 28 Feb 2024.

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
157,022 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
31,510 miles
Average per year
4,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,532 miles
  • 2025 – 157,022 miles
  • 2024 – 246,667 miles
  • 2020 – 246,697 miles
  • 2019 – 241,223 miles
  • 2017 – 238,278 miles
  • 2016 – 234,185 miles
  • 2015 – 230,709 miles
  • 2014 – 149,497 miles
  • 2013 – 130,832 miles
  • 2011 – 135,780 miles
  • 2010 – 120,016 miles
  • 2009 – 107,552 miles
  • 2008 – 102,237 miles
  • 2007 – 96,404 miles
  • 2006 – 90,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,532 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,532 miles (+31,510)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    188,532 miles
    Test number
    742376694480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,022 miles (-89,645)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    157,022 miles
    Test number
    508705540639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass246,667 miles (-30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    246,667 miles
    Test number
    830357711241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail246,697 miles (+5,474)2 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,697 miles
    Test number
    996400530934
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s before hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass241,223 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    241,223 miles
    Test number
    613352768128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail241,195 miles (+43)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,195 miles
    Test number
    661219062917
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail241,152 miles (+2,874)2 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,152 miles
    Test number
    635976714035
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass238,278 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    238,278 miles
    Test number
    331366922962
    • AdvisoryNearside AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  9. Fail238,278 miles (+4,093)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,278 miles
    Test number
    843469354136
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  10. Pass234,185 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    234,185 miles
    Test number
    349295947198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  11. Fail234,184 miles (+3,475)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,184 miles
    Test number
    415559439843
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened Foward single cable.... (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding calliper type.... (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split open.... (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open.... (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished.... (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished.... (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  12. Pass230,709 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    230,709 miles
    Test number
    329206305125
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteWindscreen slightly scorred in several places....
  13. Fail230,709 miles (+4)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,709 miles
    Test number
    348046005114
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteWindscreen slightly scorred in several places....
  14. Fail230,705 miles (+81,208)4 dangerous4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,705 miles
    Test number
    489961795088
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteWindscreen slightly scorred in several places....
  15. Pass149,497 miles (+18,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    149,497 miles
    Test number
    667557554008
    • 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)
  16. Pass130,832 miles (-4,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,832 miles
    Test number
    818166953067
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass135,780 miles (+15,764)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,780 miles
    Test number
    496026101315
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteN/s sill starting to rust
    • NoteN/s/r tyre stepping
    • NoteO/s inner cv boot split
    • NoteO/s outter sill starting to rust
    • NoteQuite smokey
    • NoteSpring for handbrake release snapped
  18. Pass120,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    893405200304
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail120,016 miles (+12,464)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    121463500367
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass107,552 miles (+5,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,552 miles
    Test number
    261760609247
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  21. Pass102,237 miles (+5,833)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    102,237 miles
    Test number
    592051618252
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads on limit
    • NoteSlight corrosion on main brake pipes to rear
  22. Pass96,404 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    96,404 miles
    Test number
    130431217260
    • NoteNosiy engine
    • NoteOil leak from engine
  23. Fail96,404 miles (+5,904)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,404 miles
    Test number
    461115007261
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNosiy engine
  24. Pass90,500 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    90,500 miles
    Test number
    441704496102
    • NoteOil leak from enginepoo16

Questions about S723 JRW

Does S723 JRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S723 JRW is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S723 JRW?
The MOT on S723 JRW is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S723 JRW done?
S723 JRW was recorded at 188,532 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,836 miles a year.
Has S723 JRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S723 JRW has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on S723 JRW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 25 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S723 JRW find?
S723 JRW passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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