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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S729 LGFMOT history

S729 LGF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 205,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

S729 LGF grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,196 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 LGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S729 LGF was last recorded at 205,196 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 4,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,632 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,564 miles
Average per year
3,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,196 miles
  • 2025 – 200,632 miles
  • 2024 – 198,642 miles
  • 2023 – 195,565 miles
  • 2022 – 192,888 miles
  • 2021 – 189,302 miles
  • 2020 – 186,609 miles
  • 2019 – 183,224 miles
  • 2018 – 179,353 miles
  • 2017 – 175,528 miles
  • 2016 – 173,018 miles
  • 2015 – 171,868 miles
  • 2014 – 169,761 miles
  • 2013 – 165,726 miles
  • 2012 – 162,625 miles
  • 2011 – 159,850 miles
  • 2010 – 157,826 miles
  • 2009 – 154,376 miles
  • 2008 – 151,040 miles
  • 2007 – 146,722 miles
  • 2006 – 141,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,196 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.

  • Slight play in the n/s rear wheel bearing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear coil springs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear brake back plates corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,196 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,196 miles
    Test number
    589452517439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass200,632 miles (+1,990)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    200,632 miles
    Test number
    296812309905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play nearside front Steering rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside front inner wheel arch

  3. Pass198,642 miles (+3,077)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    198,642 miles
    Test number
    299330193823
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake back plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRigid brake pipes greased
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s rear wheel bearing

  4. Pass195,565 miles (+2,677)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    195,565 miles
    Test number
    440395551671
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded, o/s rear is the worse
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRigid brake pipes in the middle next to fuel tank and n/s and o/s rear pipes covered in grease
    • AdvisorySlight free play in the n/s rear wheel, possibly in the bearing

  5. Pass192,888 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    192,888 miles
    Test number
    119350456943
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s rear wheel bearing

  6. Fail192,887 miles (+3,585)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,887 miles
    Test number
    885035915428
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s rear wheel bearing

  7. Pass189,302 miles (+2,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    189,302 miles
    Test number
    819207864331
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass186,609 miles (+3,385)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    186,609 miles
    Test number
    404256795659
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front track rod end dust covers slightly deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight free-play in offside front steering rack end

  9. Pass183,224 miles (+3,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    183,224 miles
    Test number
    552788002067
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s steering rack end

  10. Pass179,353 miles (+3,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    179,353 miles
    Test number
    623093555987
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in the o/s steering rack end

  11. Pass175,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    175,528 miles
    Test number
    109208093109
    • AdvisoryChip in zone B on windscreen, next to o/s A post
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front steering rack

  12. Fail175,528 miles (+2,510)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,528 miles
    Test number
    454443050591
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryChip in zone B on windscreen, next to o/s A post
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre cracking on side walls, just ok
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front steering rack

  13. Pass173,018 miles (+1,150)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    173,018 miles
    Test number
    454479106413
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play offside steering rack end

  14. Pass171,868 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    171,868 miles
    Test number
    449156815072
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses are cracking slightly
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn close to limit on both edges
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracking on the o/s outer side wall
    • NoteO/s rear tyre cracking on inside side wall

  15. Fail171,868 miles (+2,107)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,868 miles
    Test number
    787446415099
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses are cracking slightly
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn close to limit on both edges
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracking on the o/s outer side wall
    • NoteO/s rear tyre cracking on inside side wall

  16. Pass169,761 miles (+4,035)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    169,761 miles
    Test number
    145780914405
    • NoteNearside and offside rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  17. Pass165,726 miles (+3,101)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    165,726 miles
    Test number
    549126313028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNumber plate light came on with a tap

  18. Pass162,625 miles (+2,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    162,625 miles
    Test number
    758081212093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass159,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    159,850 miles
    Test number
    149571211443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail159,846 miles (+2,020)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,846 miles
    Test number
    846091911070
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass157,826 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    157,826 miles
    Test number
    984259810095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail157,814 miles (+3,438)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,814 miles
    Test number
    883424810068
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass154,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    154,376 miles
    Test number
    503952319027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail154,361 miles (+3,321)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,361 miles
    Test number
    931422319086
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass151,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    151,040 miles
    Test number
    544887108058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail151,005 miles (+4,283)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,005 miles
    Test number
    572387108018
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  27. Pass146,722 miles (+5,230)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    146,722 miles
    Test number
    123861017098
    • NoteFront number plate
    • NoteSlight play in n/s and o/s track rods.

  28. Pass141,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    141,492 miles
    Test number
    992936616027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S729 LGF

Does S729 LGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S729 LGF is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S729 LGF?
The MOT on S729 LGF is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S729 LGF done?
S729 LGF was recorded at 205,196 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,175 miles a year.
Has S729 LGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 LGF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S729 LGF 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 S729 LGF find?
S729 LGF passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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