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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S742 JPRMOT history

S742 JPR is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 151,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

S742 JPR grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
151,683 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S742 JPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S742 JPR was last recorded at 151,683 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 9,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,780 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,903 miles
Average per year
5,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,683 miles
  • 2024 – 141,780 miles
  • 2023 – 133,623 miles
  • 2022 – 130,007 miles
  • 2021 – 127,056 miles
  • 2020 – 122,253 miles
  • 2019 – 117,408 miles
  • 2018 – 114,374 miles
  • 2017 – 111,625 miles
  • 2016 – 109,520 miles
  • 2015 – 102,591 miles
  • 2014 – 98,771 miles
  • 2013 – 92,423 miles
  • 2011 – 86,863 miles
  • 2010 – 80,320 miles
  • 2009 – 70,541 miles
  • 2008 – 65,057 miles
  • 2007 – 52,224 miles
  • 2006 – 48,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,683 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,683 miles (+9,903)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    151,683 miles
    Test number
    749038070882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,780 miles (+8,157)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,780 miles
    Test number
    748052178815
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective chip in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose also slight blow (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCorrosion hole near fuel tank but not structural
  3. Pass133,623 miles (+3,616)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,623 miles
    Test number
    386977961105
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x two
    • AdvisoryNearside floor corroded
  4. Pass130,007 miles (+2,951)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,007 miles
    Test number
    343938481207
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front condensation in headlight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole by exhaust bracket (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass127,056 miles (+4,803)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,056 miles
    Test number
    102312065138
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective headlight contains condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated just starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated just starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass122,253 miles (+4,845)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,253 miles
    Test number
    955953823045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,408 miles (+3,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,408 miles
    Test number
    824904349384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass114,374 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,374 miles
    Test number
    168110484540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,625 miles (+2,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,625 miles
    Test number
    770125833602
    • AdvisoryCentral parking brake main cable return spring detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play rack joint v/slight (2.2.B.1f)
  10. Pass109,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,520 miles
    Test number
    850473662766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,520 miles (+1,143)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,520 miles
    Test number
    668173476998
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  12. Pass108,377 miles (+5,786)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,377 miles
    Test number
    840095324157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,591 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,591 miles
    Test number
    578770835046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,771 miles (+6,348)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    585047914032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,423 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,423 miles
    Test number
    568362333018
    • NoteOffside mirror glass broken
  16. Fail92,400 miles (+5,537)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,400 miles
    Test number
    139471733064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside mirror glass broken
  17. Pass86,863 miles (+6,543)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,863 miles
    Test number
    898374861316
    • NoteOffside mirror glass broken
  18. Pass80,320 miles (+9,779)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,320 miles
    Test number
    423444060384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    250000419300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,541 miles (+5,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    641659409396
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Pass65,057 miles (+6,549)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,057 miles
    Test number
    784191718361
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front wipers poor
  22. Pass58,508 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,508 miles
    Test number
    243167428168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,224 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,224 miles
    Test number
    281608307421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    751116256129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S742 JPR

Does S742 JPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S742 JPR is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S742 JPR?
The MOT on S742 JPR is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S742 JPR done?
S742 JPR was recorded at 151,683 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,324 miles a year.
Has S742 JPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S742 JPR has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on S742 JPR 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 JPR find?
S742 JPR passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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