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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S742 JMJMOT history

S742 JMJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 349,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

S742 JMJ white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2025
Mileage
349,631 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S742 JMJ
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
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S742 JMJ was last recorded at 349,631 miles on 7 Nov 2024, 15,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
333,747 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
15,884 miles
Average per year
8,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 349,631 miles
  • 2023 – 333,747 miles
  • 2022 – 320,384 miles
  • 2021 – 305,704 miles
  • 2020 – 292,498 miles
  • 2019 – 284,139 miles
  • 2018 – 281,371 miles
  • 2017 – 279,795 miles
  • 2016 – 274,413 miles
  • 2015 – 265,390 miles
  • 2014 – 253,889 miles
  • 2013 – 241,113 miles
  • 2012 – 227,485 miles
  • 2011 – 222,781 miles
  • 2010 – 218,809 miles
  • 2009 – 212,954 miles
  • 2008 – 208,883 miles
  • 2007 – 204,335 miles
  • 2006 – 199,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass349,631 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass349,631 miles (+15,884)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    349,631 miles
    Test number
    963980909104
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass333,747 miles (+474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    333,747 miles
    Test number
    101467603291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail333,273 miles (+12,889)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    333,273 miles
    Test number
    775044754935
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass320,384 miles (+92)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    320,384 miles
    Test number
    997009246565
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail320,292 miles (+14,588)15 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    320,292 miles
    Test number
    477240513191
    • MajorCentral Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass305,704 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    305,704 miles
    Test number
    801178973240
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail305,695 miles (+13,197)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,695 miles
    Test number
    521147091466
    • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass292,498 miles (+406)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    292,498 miles
    Test number
    345362703351
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail292,092 miles (+7,953)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,092 miles
    Test number
    181704493997
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass284,139 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    284,139 miles
    Test number
    634304610766
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack play inner joint

  11. Fail284,137 miles (+2,766)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,137 miles
    Test number
    143085170058
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative without ignition switched on (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet on n/s (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass281,371 miles (+1,576)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    281,371 miles
    Test number
    107381427869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass279,795 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    279,795 miles
    Test number
    403477566356
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner steering arm joint has play in the joints
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing badly on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is wearing close to the legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are corroded

  14. Fail279,793 miles (+5,380)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,793 miles
    Test number
    629308992824
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner steering arm joint has play in the joints
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing badly on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is wearing close to the legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are corroded

  15. Pass274,413 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    274,413 miles
    Test number
    740655504226
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail274,413 miles (+9,023)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,413 miles
    Test number
    500888344800
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass265,390 miles (+11,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    265,390 miles
    Test number
    815192856195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front rack arms

  18. Pass253,889 miles (+12,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    253,889 miles
    Test number
    666800784216
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass241,113 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    241,113 miles
    Test number
    459008173218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail241,113 miles (+13,628)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,113 miles
    Test number
    549448173238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass227,485 miles (+4,704)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    227,485 miles
    Test number
    668926872264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass222,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    222,781 miles
    Test number
    777459551262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Fail222,781 miles (+3,972)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,781 miles
    Test number
    606046351281
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Pass218,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    218,809 miles
    Test number
    601125170232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail218,809 miles (+5,855)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,809 miles
    Test number
    371314870215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  26. Pass212,954 miles (+4,071)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    212,954 miles
    Test number
    301007969216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass208,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    208,883 miles
    Test number
    304777478287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail208,883 miles (+4,548)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,883 miles
    Test number
    640407968244
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass204,335 miles (+4,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    204,335 miles
    Test number
    711251677265
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass199,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    199,451 miles
    Test number
    982726876223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail199,451 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,451 miles
    Test number
    314731276215
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Questions about S742 JMJ

Does S742 JMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S742 JMJ expired on 16 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S742 JMJ?
The MOT on S742 JMJ expired on 16 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S742 JMJ done?
S742 JMJ was recorded at 349,631 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2024, an average of 8,292 miles a year.
Has S742 JMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S742 JMJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S742 JMJ 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 S742 JMJ find?
S742 JMJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 3 more.

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