
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc
S741 GDVMOT history
S741 GDV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 255,536 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 31 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 255,536 mi
- At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 20 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 5,717 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S741 GDV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,459 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 5 Jan 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S741 GDV was last recorded at 255,536 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 1 Jul 2024: 225,403 miles, lower than 240,618 miles on 22 May 2023.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 255,536 miles · 27 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 5,717 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 255,536 miles
- 2025 – 253,562 miles
- 2024 – 244,166 miles
- 2023 – 240,618 miles
- 2022 – 238,345 miles
- 2020 – 227,729 miles
- 2019 – 219,763 miles
- 2018 – 215,124 miles
- 2017 – 213,356 miles
- 2016 – 209,894 miles
- 2015 – 204,894 miles
- 2014 – 201,352 miles
- 2013 – 198,233 miles
- 2012 – 195,265 miles
- 2011 – 188,599 miles
- 2010 – 178,223 miles
- 2009 – 170,695 miles
- 2008 – 160,234 miles
- 2007 – 152,121 miles
- 2006 – 138,701 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Stop lamp(s) all not working
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2026
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
General under body corrosion
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
34 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass255,536 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 255,536 miles
- Test number
- 340990980680
- MinorOffside 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail255,536 miles (+1,974)1 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 255,536 miles
- Test number
- 535951924429
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass253,562 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 253,562 miles
- Test number
- 135588902557
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
Fail253,562 miles (+9,396)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 253,562 miles
- Test number
- 987865709908
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
Pass244,166 miles (+18,763)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 244,166 miles
- Test number
- 279690453922
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront cross badly rusted
- AdvisoryNearside door step rusted
Fail225,403 miles (-15,215)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 225,403 miles
- Test number
- 384124286473
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFront cross badly rusted
- AdvisoryNearside door step rusted
Pass240,618 miles (+9)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 240,618 miles
- Test number
- 975146011510
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/70r15 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside outer sill and front panel badly rusted
Fail240,609 miles (+2,264)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,609 miles
- Test number
- 614586503365
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/70r15 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside outer sill and front panel badly rusted
Pass238,345 miles (+10,616)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 238,345 miles
- Test number
- 441323061473
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass227,729 miles (+7,966)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 227,729 miles
- Test number
- 889639996795
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Pass219,763 miles (+4,639)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 219,763 miles
- Test number
- 967748914836
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryBody and outer sills corroded quite badly
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear unevenly
- AdvisoryFront crash bar behind bumper badly corroded
- AdvisorySliding door bottom roller guide worn through
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Pass215,124 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 215,124 miles
- Test number
- 836169126448
- AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
- AdvisoryN/S FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES WORN WITH SIGNIFICANT MOVEMENT
Fail215,124 miles (+1,768)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,124 miles
- Test number
- 924275858242
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
- AdvisoryO/S & N/S FRONT LOWER WISHBONES - REAR BUSHES WORN
Pass213,356 miles (+67)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 213,356 miles
- Test number
- 968728350439
- AdvisoryADVANCED CORROSION TO FRONT X-MEMBER OUT OF PERSCRIBED AREAS CORRODED TO HOLES
- AdvisoryO/S STEERING RACK DAMP WITH OIL
- AdvisoryO/S/F RACK END PLAY PRESANT
- AdvisoryO/S/F UPPER BALL JOINT PLAY PRESANT
- AdvisorySTEERING RACK BUSHES WORN AND STARTING TO DETERIORATE
Fail213,289 miles (+3,395)10 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 213,289 miles
- Test number
- 783550158152
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FOWARD ARCH (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement PARKBRAKE (3.5.1k)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryADVANCED CORROSION TO FRONT X-MEMBER OUT OF PERSCRIBED AREAS CORRODED TO HOLES
- AdvisoryO/S STEERING RACK DAMP WITH OIL
- AdvisoryO/S/F RACK END PLAY PRESANT
- AdvisoryO/S/F UPPER BALL JOINT PLAY PRESANT
- AdvisorySTEERING RACK BUSHES WORN AND STARTING TO DETERIORATE
Pass209,894 miles (+47)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 209,894 miles
- Test number
- 772299522070
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryAdvise front crossmember corroded
- AdvisoryAdvise play in os steering arm
Fail209,847 miles (+4,953)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,847 miles
- Test number
- 262691574888
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryAdvise front crossmember corroded
- AdvisoryAdvise play in os steering arm
Pass204,894 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 204,894 miles
- Test number
- 925956355177
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Fail204,894 miles (+3,542)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 204,894 miles
- Test number
- 237546255476
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass201,352 miles (+3,119)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 201,352 miles
- Test number
- 615671764131
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteAll tyre showing sidewall wear, deteriation
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass198,233 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 198,233 miles
- Test number
- 816613893041
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail198,233 miles (+2,968)9 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 198,233 miles
- Test number
- 419273893091
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass195,265 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 195,265 miles
- Test number
- 197145192454
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Fail195,265 miles (+6,666)4 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,265 miles
- Test number
- 117645192442
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass188,599 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2012
- Odometer
- 188,599 miles
- Test number
- 835378231172
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail188,599 miles (+10,376)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,599 miles
- Test number
- 749697731186
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass178,223 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 178,223 miles
- Test number
- 402124100143
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Fail178,223 miles (+7,528)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,223 miles
- Test number
- 591064500136
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass170,695 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 170,695 miles
- Test number
- 344507209170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail170,695 miles (+10,461)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,695 miles
- Test number
- 740406409170
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
Pass160,234 miles (+8,113)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 160,234 miles
- Test number
- 733163578032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass152,121 miles (+13,420)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 152,121 miles
- Test number
- 534635167051
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass138,701 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 138,701 miles
- Test number
- 904523856037
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail138,701 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,701 miles
- Test number
- 171761256442
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteRear door wont open from outside
Questions about S741 GDV
- Does S741 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S741 GDV is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S741 GDV?
- The MOT on S741 GDV is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S741 GDV done?
- S741 GDV was recorded at 255,536 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 5,717 miles a year.
- Has S741 GDV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S741 GDV has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on S741 GDV ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on S741 GDV find?
- S741 GDV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis.
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